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Pasta Primavera

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 Pasta Primavera
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a 4-quart saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add spaghetti, and cook according to package directions.  Drain.
  3. Meanwhile, combine olive oil and garlic in a large sauté pan.  Cook until garlic is soft, but not browned (about 30 seconds).
  4. Add mixed vegetables, and cook until vegetables are soft, but not browned (about 3–5 minutes).
  5. Add diced tomatoes, tomato juice, and pepper.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add spaghetti and parmesan cheese.  Toss until the pasta is hot and well mixed, and serve.
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Turkey and Beef Meatballs With Whole-Wheat Spaghetti

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 Turkey and Beef Meatballs With Whole-Wheat Spaghetti
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
For turkey meatballs:
For beef meatballs:
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
For turkey meatballs:
For beef meatballs:
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 ºF.
  2. In a 4-quart saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil over high heat.
  3. Add pasta, and cook according to package directions.  Drain.
  4. Meanwhile, combine ingredients for the turkey and beef meatballs in separate bowls, and mix well.  Measure 1½ tablespoons of turkey mixture and roll in hand to form a ball; then place the meatball on a nonstick baking sheet.  Repeat, and follow same instruction for beef mixture, until eight turkey and eight beef meatballs are made.
  5. Bake meatballs on a nonstick baking sheet for 10 minutes (to a minimal internal temperature of 165 °F).
  6. Warm sauce, if necessary.
  7. Serve four meatballs, ¾ cup hot pasta, ½ cup sauce, 1 teaspoon cheese, and a pinch of basil per portion.
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Baked Eggrolls

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 Baked Eggrolls
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 ºF.
  2. Heat vegetable and sesame oils in a large wok or sauté pan over medium heat.
  3. Add ginger and garlic. Stir fry quickly, about 30–45 seconds.
  4. Add cabbage and carrots. Continue stir frying until the cabbage is soft, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add chicken and soy sauce. Toss well and heat through.
  6. Remove mixture from the pan, and place in a large colander to drain.
  7. To assemble eggrolls, cover layers of phyllo with a damp cloth to stay moist. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a cutting board. Spray it lightly with cooking spray. Top with another layer of phyllo dough, and spray again. Repeat for a total of four layers. Prepare a second stack with the remaining four layers.
  8. Cut layered dough into four squares. Divide filling evenly (about 1 cup portions) into the center of each stack of squares. Fold one corner of the square into the middle (on top of the filling). Fold in the two sides, and roll the eggroll over so the folded parts are on the bottom.
  9. Place the rolls on a nonstick baking sheet, and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until brown and crisp and chicken is reheated. Serve immediately.
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Roasted Red Pepper and Toasted Orzo

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 Roasted Red Pepper and Toasted Orzo
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 ºF. Place orzo on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes, or until it just begins to brown (or brown in a saucepan). Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook gently until it gets soft, but does not brown (about 30 seconds).
  3. Add peppers, and cook until heated through.
  4. Add toasted orzo and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and simmer gently, stirring often until the pasta has absorbed all of the liquid and is fully cooked, about 10–15 minutes. (If necessary, add 2 more tablespoons broth at a time, up to ¼ cup.)
  5. Add herbs and cheese. Toss gently to mix; do not overmix or the cheese will become gummy. Serve immediately.
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Wow-y Maui Pasta Salad

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 Wow-y Maui Pasta Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a 4-quart saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain, cool, and set aside.
  2. In the meantime, place peapods in a microwavable dish, add enough water to keep moist, and microwave for 1–2 minutes, or until warm.
  3. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients together in a separate bowl, and toss gently.
  4. Add cooked pasta and peapods, and toss gently to coat the pasta.
  5. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
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Wiki (Fast) Rice

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 Wiki (Fast) Rice
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
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Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Heat canola oil in a large wok or sauté pan over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and scallions, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add water chestnuts, and continue to cook until they begin to soften, another 1–2 minutes.
  3. Add vegetables, and toss until heated through, about 2–3 minutes (or up to 5 minutes for frozen vegetables).
  4. Add rice, and continue to cook until hot, about 3–5 minutes.
  5. Add soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss well, and serve.
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Watermelon and Tomato Salad

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 Watermelon and Tomato Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Arrange three tomato slices on each of four salad plates.
  2. Combine vinegar, oil, and basil in a bowl, and mix well.
  3. Add watermelon, and gently toss to coat evenly.
  4. Spoon watermelon over the tomatoes.
  5. Top with salt and pepper, and serve.
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Super Quick Chunky Tomato Sauce

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 Super Quick Chunky Tomato Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
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Ingredients
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
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Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil and garlic over medium heat. Cook until soft, but not browned (for about 30 seconds).
  2. Add diced red peppers, and continue to cook for 2–3 minutes, until the peppers begin to sizzle.
  3. Add tomatoes, tomato juice, basil, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. (Sauce can be pureed for picky eaters.)
  4. Use immediately. Or, refrigerate in a tightly sealed container for 3–5 days or freeze for 1–2 months.
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Parmesan Green Beans

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 Parmesan Green Beans
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
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Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
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Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Combine olive oil and garlic in a large saucepan. Cook until garlic is soft, but not browned (about 30 seconds).
  2. Add onion, and continue to cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat until soft.
  3. Add green beans and chicken broth.  Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes, until the beans are heated through.
  4. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and pepper, and serve.
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Zesty Tomato Soup

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 Zesty Tomato Soup
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
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Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Combine tomatoes and red peppers in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.
  2. Put tomato mixture in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  3. Add evaporated milk, garlic powder, and pepper. Return to a boil, and gently simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add basil, and serve.
  5. Optional step: Serve with whole-wheat croutons sprinkled on top (from Broccoli and Cheese).
Recipe Notes

Tip: To make roasted red peppers, see cooking instructions in Healthy Eating FAQs. Make extra to use in other Keep the Beat™ recipes.

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