Taco Pasta Skillet

This was a super quick dinner tonight.

Taco Pasta Skillet
8 oz very lean ground beef
2 TB taco seasoning
1 can corn
1 can black beans
1 cup salsa
2 cups water
4 oz Smart Taste penne
4 oz light cream cheese

brown meat. Drain. Add taco seasoning, corn, beans, salsa, pasta and water. Simmer ~15 minutes until pasta is cooked. Add cheese and stir until melted.
Yield: 4 servings. Per serving= 369 Calories; 9g Fat (21.6% calories from fat); 26g Protein; 49g Carbohydrate; 11g Dietary Fiber; 46mg Cholesterol; 821mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Okra Rice

I made this tonight. it was yummy! It'll be a tasty lunch tomorrow.

Okra Rice
2 slices bacon
3 TB diced onion
1 lb frozen okra
14.5 oz fat free chicken broth
1 tsp. Cajun seasoning
1 c. uncooked instant brown rice

Brown bacon in large skillet. Remove and drain most of grease out of pan. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add okra and chicken broth. Dice bacon and add to pan with Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil. Add rice, cover skillet and turn heat off. Let sit 5-10 minutes.
Yield: 4 servings. Per serving= 190 Calories; 2g Fat (7.3% calories from fat); 10g Protein; 38g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 3mg Cholesterol; 284mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 2 Vegetable; 0 Fat.

Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men...It is the Lord Christ whom you serve. -Col. 3:23, 24 NASB

Roast Beef Hash

I made this today. It's great!

Roast Beef Hash

1 cup shredded carrots, chopped (1 cup)
1 pound beef stew meat, R-T-C
1/2 teaspoon pepper
7/8 ounce brown gravy mix (0.87 to 1.2 oz)
1/2 cup water
3 1/2 cups frozen potatoes O' Brien
1 cup frozen peas

In 3 quart slow cooker add ground beef; top with gravy mix and water. Top with vegetables and sprinkle with black pepper. Stir to combine before serving. Cook on low 5-6 hours.
Yield: 4 servings. Per serving= 317 Calories; 9g Fat (25.5% calories from fat); 32g Protein; 25g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 72mg Cholesterol; 467mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fat.

Pasta and Bean Pot

This is great for a quick, meatless dinner or a filling lunch.

Pasta and Bean Pot

1 c. salsa
1 c. Smart Taste Pasta, uncooked
3/4 c. water
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 teaspoons chili powder
15 oz Ranch-style beans, undrained

Combine all ingredients in medium saucepan. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is tender.
Yield: 3 servings. Per serving (about 1 1/2 cups)=257 Calories; 4g Fat (11.8% calories from fat); 11g Protein; 49g Carbohydrate; 11g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 1026mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat.

Barbecued Pork Chops- slow cooker

I made these last weekend. They made me wonder why i don't make my own barbecue sauce for other things...


Barbecued Pork Chops – Crock Pot

4 loin pork chops, ¾” thick, trimmed of fat
1 C. ketchup
1 C. hot water
2 Tbsp. vinegar
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp. brown sugar
½ tsp. black pepper
½ tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. paprika

1. Place pork chops in slow cooker.
2. Combine remaining ingredients. Pour over chops.
3. Cover. Cook on high 5-6 hours.
Cut chops in half and serve.
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Per Serving: 180 calories (60 calories from fat), 7g total fat (2.4g. saturated, 0g trans), 60 mg cholesterol, 430mg sodium, 11g total carbohydrate (0.5g fiber, 5g sugar), 20g protein, 8%DV vitamin A, 2%DV vitamin C, 2%DV calcium, 8%DV iron.

SW Goulash

I made this tonight with roasted corn and fresh ground beef from my local farmer's market. It was great!

Southwestern Goulash
1 cup pasta, smart taste
1/2 pound ground beef, 96% lean
1/4 cup onion
2 medium tomatoes, diced
2/3 C. corn kernels
1 cup salsa
1/4 cup green chiles
1/2 tsp chili pepper
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 c minced fresh cilantro


Cook pasta according to directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink: drain. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, salsa, chilies, chili pepper, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Drain macaroni, add to meat mixture. Stir in cilantro and heat through.
Yield: 4 servings. Per serving= 252 Calories; 2g Fat (4.9% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 60g Carbohydrate; 9g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 428mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fat.

One Pan Chicken Fiesta

This was quick and delicious!

ONE PAN CHICKEN FIESTA
12 oz boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies
14.5 oz roasted tomatoes, undrained
1 box (6.4 oz.) Rice-A-Roni Creamy 4 Cheese
2 c. water

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to large non-stick skillet. Cook until done. Add rice mixture and toss to lightly browned. Add water, green chilies and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover for 15 minutes. Remove lid, turn off heat, stir in Special Seasonings (from the rice-a-roni box), mix well. Cover and let set about 4 minutes. Stir and serve.
Yield: 4 servings. Per serving (about 1 cup)= 295 Calories; 10g Fat (27.9% calories from fat); 20g Protein; 36g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 72mg Cholesterol; 883mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Vegetable.