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Healthy Garlic Green Beans

Healthy Garlic Green Beans

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 Healthy Garlic Green Beans
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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  1. In a 15x10x1-in. baking pan, toss green beans, oil, garlic and Italian seasoning until beans are well coated. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Roasted Baby Carrots

Roasted Baby Carrots

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 Roasted Baby Carrots
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the carrots and olive oil. Pour the mixture onto the baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the carrots are tender.
  4. Place the carrots into a bowl and mix with the honey or artificial sweetener. Sprinkle the carrots with parsley or other herbs.
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Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup

Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup

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 Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
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  1. Heat the oil in the pressure cooker on sauté. Cook the carrots, celery, and onion for 3 minutes or until the carrots and celery are tender and the onion is soft, stirring frequently. Stir in the broth, chicken, water, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Secure the lid. Cook on high pressure for 12 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes then quickly release any remaining pressure. Remove the pressure cooker lid.
  3. Set the pressure cooker to sauté. Heat until the soup comes to a simmer. Stir in the noodles. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the noodles are tender, stirring frequently.
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Gazpacho

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 Gazpacho
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
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Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
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  1. Put 2 cups of tomato juice and all other ingredients except diced tomato, chives, and lemon wedges in a blender.
  2. Puree.
  3. Slowly add the remaining 2 cups of tomato juice to pureed mixture. Add diced tomato. Chill.
  4. Serve icy cold in individual bowls garnished with chives and lemon wedges.
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Minestrone Soup

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 Minestrone Soup
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
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Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
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Instructions
  1. Heat oil in a 4-quart saucepan.
  2. Add garlic, onion, and celery and sauté about 5 minutes.
  3. Add all remaining ingredients except spaghetti, and stir until ingredients are well mixed.
  4. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add uncooked spaghetti and simmer 2-3 minutes only. Serve warm.
  5. Add uncooked spaghetti and simmer 2-3 minutes only. Serve warm.
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Bean and Macaroni Soup

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 Bean and Macaroni Soup
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
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  1. Drain beans and reserve liquid. Rinse beans.
  2. Heat oil in a 6-quart kettle; add mushrooms, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and saute for 5 minutes.
  3. Add tomatoes, sage, thyme, oregano, pepper, and bay leaf.
  4. Cover and cook over medium heat for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions, using unsalted water. Drain when cooked. Do not overcook.
  5. Combine reserved bean liquid with water to make 4 cups.
  6. Add liquid, beans, and cooked macaroni to vegetable mixture.
  7. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer until soup is thoroughly heated. Stir occasionally. Serve warm.
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Veggie Spaghetti Sauce

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 Veggie Spaghetti Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
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Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
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  1. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil. Sauté onions, garlic, and zucchini in oil for 5 minutes on medium heat.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and simmer, covered, for 45 minutes. Serve over spaghetti.
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Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

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 Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
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  1. Place the garlic cloves into a small saucepan and add enough water (about ½ cup) to cover them.
  2. Bring water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until garlic is tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Reduce the liquid to 2 tablespoons and increase the heat for 3 minutes.
  4. Pour the contents into a small sieve over a glass or stainless steel bowl, and with a wooden spoon, mash the garlic through the sieve into the bowl.
  5. Whisk the vinegar into the garlic mixture; then incorporate the oil and seasonings, and mix thoroughly.
  6. Let stand for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Give the dressing a good whisk immediately before serving.
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Veggies With a Touch of Lemon

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 Veggies With a Touch of Lemon
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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  1. Steam broccoli and cauliflower until tender (about 10 minutes).
  2. In a small saucepan, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic, and cook over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Put the vegetables in a serving dish. Pour the lemon sauce over the vegetables. Garnish with parsley, and serve.
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New Potato Salad

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 New Potato Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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  1. Thoroughly clean potatoes with a vegetable brush and water.
  2. Boil potatoes for 20 minutes or until tender.
  3. Drain, and cool potatoes for 20 minutes.
  4. Cut potatoes into quarters and mix with olive oil, onions, and spices.
  5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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