Preparation Time:  approximately 10 minutes Serving Size: 4 (1 oz) balls (Makes about 7 servings) Ingredients 2 cups walnuts or pecans 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 2 cups Energy Dates: Khudri*, pitted ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons water Options: 1 cup shredded coconut or ¼ cup cocoa powder (for rolling) Directions In a large food processor fitted with an "S" blade, process the nuts ...

The Nutrition
All types of beans—including black, cranberry, Great Northern, dark red kidney, light red kidney, white kidney, navy, pink, pinto, and small red—are good sources of protein, excellent sources of fiber, and
naturally fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free. Many types are also good sources of potassium. The U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends eating about 3 cups of legumes, including beans, per week. If you eat about ½ cup of beans every day, ...

Pop quiz time. It's 3 p.m. — what's for dinner? Maybe this week you didn't have time to plan your meals, and dining out is calling your name. As much as we’d all love to serve our families from-scratch meals seven days a week, life happens; we are busy, and that isn’t always possible. So what can you do? By utilizing frozen foods, you can make quick, convenient and easy dinners at home.
Here are five reasons you should consider frozen fruits & vegetables: 1. Frozen Fo...

Adapted From: Food in My Beard Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup noodles + ¼ tempeh mixture, Serves about 4 1 Slice on The Slice Plan. Ingredients 14 ounces Rice Stick Noodle (medium wide)
3-5 Limes, juice of
¼ cup Fish Sauce
2 Carrots, julienne
1 English Cucumber, julienne ¼ cup Mint, chopped ¼ cup Cilantro, chopped 1 small Cauliflower 8 ounces ...

Preparation Time: approximately 5 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 15-20 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup; makes about 6-8 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 1 tsp salt 1 ¼ cups uncooked quick-cooking grits* 16 oz manchego, shredded ½ cup light cream 2 TB butter 1 jalapeno, minced ¼ tsp pepper Directions Bring 5 cups water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high he...

Preparation Time: approximately 20 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 30 minutes Serving Size: 1 tart; makes about 12 3 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients ½ stick unsalted butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs ¼ cup whipping cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 TB all-purpose flour ½ tsp salt ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp allspice ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg 2 sweet po...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup; Makes about 10 servings 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients ½ lb yucca, peeled and diced 1 lb turnips, white, peeled and diced 1 lb parsnips, peeled and diced 1 lb cauliflower florets, chopped into small pieces 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1 TB rosemary, minced 1 TB thyme, minced ½ cup sour cream 5 oz butter 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp ...

Here’s everything you need to know (tasty recipes included) about ALL the various types of squashes out there… some you may have never even heard of! Get the Scoop here: http://www.northwestpharmacy.com/healthperch/squash-season/ Brought to you by: Health Perch

Preparation Time: approx. 15 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 30-45 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup - Makes about 10 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 3 TB olive oil ½ red onion, diced 3 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into medium-sized pieces ¼ cup ginger, fresh, chopped 48 oz chicken or vegetable stock 1 TB cayenne pepper (optional) 1 TB black pepper 3 tsp kosher salt, or as desired to taste Directions In large po...

Preparation Time: approx. 30 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 5 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup gnocchi with ½ cup sauce - Serves about 8 2 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 2 lb butternut squash, diced large 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated 2 TB brown sugar 2 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp ground nutmeg 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour Goat Cheese Mushroom Sauce 2 TB olive oil 1 lb portobello mushrooms, sliced 1 TB garlic,...

Making Easy Asian Eggplant: Recipe This is by far one of the easiest recipes I have ever made! It is mighty delicious, and pairs well with most things using asian-flavors. Not a recipe you might usually find on www.The-Sage.org, but certainly noteworthy! Check it out.

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: varies upon fresh or canned method of prep Serving Size: ¼ cup 0 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 1 cup mango, diced 2 tomatoes, medium, diced 2 Tbsp red onion, small dice 2 Tbsp lime juice 1 Tbsp cider vinegar 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, minced 2 tsp fresh mint, minced 1 tsp cayenne pepper, ground (optional) TT salt and pepper Directions Mix...

Preparation Time: approximately 5 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 45 minutes Serving Size: 1 burrito; makes about 4 servings 3 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients1 TB olive oil 3 cups kale, blanched and chopped 1 cup corn, frozen & thawed 2 cups butternut squash, peeled, diced, and roasted* 1- 15.5oz can kidney beans 1 TB curry powder 1 TB chili powder 4- 8" tortillas 4 TB Hummus (of choice) *Roast the butter...

Chris - Thank you for your question!Smoothies can be a great way to get in nutrition on-the-go. It's all about the device! The nutribullet, ninja, and vitamix are all great options. The goal with the device here is to preserve the beneficial natural fibers found in the fruits and vegetables you are pureeing. Now, let's talk ingredients. While peanut butter is a great option for protein (especially for vegetarians), it is also high in fat. If you are not trying to lose weight or are at a healthy...

Check out this delicious recipe from The Sage: Nutritious Solutions featured through Food & Nutrition Magazine's Blog… HERE.

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 20 minutes Serving Size: 1 spring rolls + 1 TB vinaigrette; Makes 4 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 4 spring roll wrappers 2 cups sobe noodles, cooked (according to package instructions) 1 cup napa cabbage, shredded ½ cup carrots, shredded/julienned ½ cup celery, julienned ½ cup red cabbage, shredded 1 TB soy sauce 1 TB sesame oil Oil (...

Recipe courtesy of Sydney Allen, check her out HERE. Preparation Time: 8-10 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup; Serves about 6 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 1-15 oz can cannellini beans 1 English cucumber, diced 2 medium bell peppers, diced 1/8 cup of olive oil ¼ cup of stone ground mustard ¼ cup of BBQ sauce ½ TB apple cider vinegar Directions Combine beans, cucumber and bell peppers into a large mixing bowl. ...

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup, Serves about 4 0 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 16 oz cauliflower florets, frozen and thawed* 1 cup all purpose flour 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 4 eggs, whipped 1 cup breadcrumbs, Italian-style ½ cup Buffalo-style hot sauce ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles Olive or Canola Oil, for frying Directions Place in four separate bowl...

Preparation Time: approximately 5-10 minutes Serving Size: about 2 TB, Serves about 20 0 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley ½ cup olive oil 1/3 cup red wine vinegar or lime juice ½ cup (packed) fresh cilantro 4 garlic cloves, peeled ½ tsp crushed red pepper ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp salt Directions Place all ingredients in food processor. Pulse...

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Serving Size: about 1 cup, Serves about 4 0 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 1 can hearts of palm, drained and sliced into ¼ inch slices 2 cups tomatoes, diced into medium chunks 2 cups cucumbers, halved lengthwise and sliced into ¼" slices ½ cup black olives, sliced ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled 4 oz spring mix, washed and dried 4 TB Basil Vinaigrette (recipe follows) Ba...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 25 minutes Serving Size: 1 muffin; Makes 12 muffins 3 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients ¾ cup whole wheat flour ¾ cup all-purpose flower 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup peanut butter 1 cup brown sugar ½ cup oil 1 egg ½ cup half and half 1 cup sunflower seeds, shelled Streusel topping 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoon...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup Makes about 10 servings 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 2- 15.5 oz cans cannellini beans, drained/rinsed 2 avocados, diced large 4 TB olive oil 1 TB kosher salt 1 TB garlic, chopped 2 tsp cumin, ground 1 tsp chili powder ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional) ½ lime, juice of (about 1 TB) 2 TB cilantro Directions In a food processor, combi...

Preparation Time: approximately 25 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 15 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup portion, Serves about 8-10 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 16 oz quinoa, uncooked 1 cup orange bell pepper 1- 15 oz can cannellini beans, rinsed 1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved ½ red onion, large, diced small ½ cup black olives, sliced Pesto Sauce 2 cups basil leaves ¼ cup pine nuts (pignoli)...

Preparation Time: approximately 5-8 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 20 minutes Serving Size: about 6 pieces, Serves about 4 0 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, cut into pieces*½ cup balsamic vinegar½ tsp salt½ tsp garlic powder½ tsp black pepper *Carrots should either be baby carrots (halved), whole carrots cut in half lengthwise and halved the opposite way, or a bunch of carrots (sho...

Quinoa has made a huge hit on the food market recently, and rightfully so. Prices have increased to the point the farmers who grow it can’t even afford it. So, what is the deal with this unique-looking food? Some people compare it to rice, other couscous, and some have no idea what it is. In today’s Ingredient Spotlight, we are going to uncover some truths about this delicious grain! Quinoa is a grain in the same family as both buckwheat and the tumbleweed, where the seeds are ...

Preparation Time: approximately 25 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 15 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup portion, Serves about 8-10 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 16 oz quinoa, uncooked 1 cup black beans, no salt added, rinsed 1 cup bell pepper, diced 1 cup corn kernels, frozen/thawed ½ cup scallions, chopped ¼ cup jalapeño (optional) 1/8 cup white wine vinegar 1/8 cup lime juice ¾ cup olive oil ½ c...

Preparation Time: approximately 5 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 15 minutes Serving Size: about 8 pieces (½ cup portion), Serves about 4 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 1 large piece Cassava (yuca) - about 1-1.5 lbs. 2 cups canola oil (for frying) 2 TB fresh garlic, chopped 1 tsp olive oil 2 TB oregano, fresh, chopped 2 tsp kosher salt Directions Heat canola oil in large skillet over medium-low heat. C...

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 30-40 minutes Serving Size: 2 tacos, Serves approximately 4-6 2 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 8-12 corn tortillas, 6" 2-15oz cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed 1 head cauliflower, cut into very small florets 1 zucchini, diced into ¼" cubes 1 fresco pepper, halved and sliced 2 cups red cabbage, shredded 1 avocado, dice...

Preparation Time: about 8-10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 20-25 minutes Serving Size: 1 wrap - Makes about 3-4 servings Slices: 3 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 1 sweet potato (about 1 pound) 1-15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed ½ onion, yellow, sliced 1 apple (fuji, gala, etc.), cut into slices 2 cups spinach leaves 4- 8" tortillas, whole wheat** 2 TB olive oil ¼ cup stock (vegetable or chicken...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 60 minutes (including baking squash) Serving Size: 2 slices - Makes about 2 servings Slices: 0 Slices Ingredients ½ cup mozzarella cheese additional toppings, as desired Crust 2 cups spaghetti squash, prepared* 1 egg 2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated San Marzano Pizza Sauce 1 TB olive oil 2 TB garlic, chopped 1 oz....

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: N/A Serving Size: approximately 3 cups - Makes 2 servings Slices: 0 Ingredients 1 ½ cups strawberries, frozen 1 cup almond milk (you may also use soy or fat free cow's milk) ½ English (hot-house) cucumber, deseeded and chopped into large chunks* 2 TB raw honey ½ lemon, juice of Directions Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until smooth. Add ...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 20-25 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup - Makes about 5 servings Slices: ½ Slice Ingredients 2 cups quinoa, prepared 1 pound green beans, trimmed 1 TB olive oil 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 orange or yellow bell pepper, diced ½ cup pecans, halved & shelled ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled Dressing 1 TB white vinegar 2 TB lemon juice 1 TB ...

(photo from www.wholefoodsmarket.com) Making spaghetti squash can certainly seem like a daunting task; however, it really is a fun and interesting way to get more nutrients into your meal while reducing carb intake (in this case, from pasta). Spaghetti squash, after cooked, looks a lot like pasta. It does not give you the full and heavy feeling after eating, and still allows you to eat your favorite pasta sauce! This squash is low in calories and carbs and contains low amounts of...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 5 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup - Makes about 2 servings Slices: 0 Ingredients 1 bunch red swiss chard, chopped ½ tsp nutmeg ½ each red bell pepper, julienne ¼ cup red onion, diced small ½ cup cantaloupe, julienne ½ cup green apple, diced small (optional) 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled Dressing 3 TB balsamic vinegar 9 TB olive oil 1 tsp crushed r...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 35-45 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup rice + ½ cup cauliflower, Serves approximately 4 1.5 slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients Pumpkin Brown Rice ¾ cups brown rice, uncooked ~2 cups water 1 tsp chives, dried 1 tsp tarragon, dried 1 cup kale- frozen, thawed, chopped (or fresh, cooked, chopped) ¾ cup pumpkin puree ½ cup al...

Preparation Time: 45 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 8-10 minutes Serving Size: 1 cake - Makes about 10 ½ Slice on The Slice Plan Ingredients 2 cups pumpkin, fresh, roasted*, mashed ¾ cup farro, cooked (according to package instructions) 1 egg ½ cup all-purpose or corn flour** 2 tsp cumin 1 tsp chili powder ½ tsp coriander, ground ¼ tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp kosher salt ½ cup ol...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 20-25 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup - Makes about 8 ½ Slice on The Slice Plan Ingredients Mixture 3 pounds cauliflower, cut into large florets (about 1 head) 4 TB unsalted butter, cut into squares 3 TB all-purpose flour 2 cups 2% or whole milk ¾ cup Gruyere cheese, shredded or grated (you may also use Swiss) 1 tsp Kosher sa...

Preparation Time: 20 minutes (plus 2 hours to set) Cooking Time: approximately 8-10 minutes Serving Size: 1 burger - Makes about 8 burgers 1 Slice (per burger) on The Slice Plan Ingredients 1 cup brown rice, cooked ½ cup oats, old-fashioned (not "quick oats") ½ cup Textured Vegetable Protein - presoaked with 3 TB water* ¼ cup Textured Vegetable Protein - dry* 1 cup black beans, no-salt-added, drained ¼ cup corn, fro...

Preparation Time: approximately 5-8 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 40-45 minutes Serving Size: 1 piece, Serves approximately 8-12 1 Slice on the Slice Plan. Ingredients 2 cups quick oats OR 2-¼ cups old-fashioned oats, uncooked 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 3 1/3 cups fat-free or 1% milk 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 tsp vanilla ½ cup Dried fruit pieces and/or chopped nuts (optional)** Direc...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 25 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup, Serves approximately 4 2 Slices on The Slice Plan Ingredients 10 oz whole wheat penne pasta, dried 4 TB olive oil ½ yellow onion, medium, small diced 1 TB garlic clove, chopped 15.5 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 ea bell pepper, orange or yellow, medium diced 15.5 oz can tomatoes, no-salt-added, fire roas...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 45 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup finished salad, Serves approximately 6 Slices: ½ Slice Ingredients 10 oz arugula 2 cups green lentils 4 cups pumpkin, peeled, seeded, & diced into 1" pcs (~2 pound pumpkin)* 2 TB olive oil 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp salt 1 cup soft goat cheese, crumbled 3 TB extra virgin olive oil 1 TB ...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 45 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup, Serves approximately 6 Slices: 1 per serving Ingredients 30 oz Cannellini beans, cooked*, liquid reserved 4 TB olive oil 1 each onion, yellow/vadalia, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup vegetable stock, no salt added 2 TB fresh thyme, minced 1 TB fresh rosemary, minced 1 ½ tsp salt (or to taste) 1 ½ tsp bl...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 1 egg + 1 TB pesto + 1 slice toast point (1 “Slice”) - Makes 6 Ingredients 6 eggs 1- 6" Italian bread loaf, sliced on bias into ½- ¾ inch pieces garnish scallions, chopped Sorrel Pesto 1 bunch sorrel leaves, about 2 packed cups 2 cloves garlic ¼ cup walnuts ¼ cup fresh parmesan cheese ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil TT Sa...

Preparation Time: approximately 45 minutes - 1 hour Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup - about one "Slice" (serves about 6) Ingredients Beets 1 TB olive oil 2 beets, washed and halved Risotto 1 TB olive oil 1 red onion, small, diced ½ cup white wine 2 tsp thyme leaves, minced 1 cup Arborio rice 3 cups chicken stock, reduced sodium 2 TB butter ¼ cup Parmes...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 35 minutes Makes: 12 Muffins Serving Size: 1 Muffin (2 "Slices") Ingredients 1 ¼ cups flour, all purpose 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp lemon zest ½ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp ground ginger ½ cup butter, softened ¾ cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 3 pears, large, peeled/cored/cut into 1/8ths Directions Preheat ...

photo courtesy of the blog One Hundred Dollars a Month Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Cooking Time: about 45 minutes Serving Size: serves 8 portions Ingredients 1 ½ pounds beets, scrubbed, halved 1 ½ pounds fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise 3 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp chervil, minced 2 tbsp red wine vinegar ¼ cup chives, fresh, chopped ½ cup walnuts, chopped 1 tbsp kosher salt (or to taste) 2 tsp. black ...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 15-20 minutes Serving Size: 1 cup (1 "Slice") - Makes about 5 servings Ingredients Barley Base 1-15.5 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 cup barley, cooked to package directions 1 cup fresh or frozen/thawed corn kernels 1 orange/red bell pepper, diced ½ cup roasted red peppers, diced 1/3 cup raisins 1 cup pea shoots, chopped ½ cup roasted sweet...

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup mixture, Makes approximately 4 servings Ingredients 8 oz Tempeh - recommend LiteLife brand 15oz tomato sauce, no salt added 2 TB olive oil 1 each onion, small diced 1 each green bell pepper, small diced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin, ground 3 TB brown sugar, packed 2 tsp soy sauce, low sodium 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (non-fi...

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 35 minutes Makes about 10-12 Brownies Serving Size: 1x1 inch square (1 Slice) Ingredients 15oz black beans, low sodium, drained ¾ cup oat flour ¾ cup applesauce 2 TB flax seed, ground, mixed with: 1TB water 3 TB Peanut butter ¾ cup cocoa 1 tsp salt 1tsp baking powder 1 ¼ cup sugar, raw OR sweetener substitute 1 tsp vanilla extract Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees...

Preparation Time: approximately 5 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 8 minutes Makes: approximately 5 waffles Serving Size: 1 8" waffle (2 ‘Slices’) Ingredients As needed,pan spray 1 ½ cups cornmeal ½ cup flour, all purpose ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1 onion, small, minced 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg, lightly beaten Directions Heat waffle iron and grease well with pan spray. Combine ingredients until ble...

Chole is a traditional Indian or Middle Eastern dish usually served with flatbread. The spices, vegetables, and beans in this dish make it a good source of protein, nutrients, and antioxidants. Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes Serving Size: ¾ cup mixture (makes about 6) Ingredients 2 TB olive oil 1 TB garlic 1 each onion, yellow, large 1 each green bell pepper 2 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. coriand...

Preparation Time: approximately 5 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: ½ cup mixture (makes about 6-8) Ingredients 2 cups water 1 tsp salt 4 TB chai powder mix 1 cup quinoa, washed for 30 minutes 1 cup berries, mixed (frozen/thawed or fresh): blackberries, raspberries, blueberries 1 tsp lemon juice ¼ cup raw sugar ½ cup skim milk, almond milk, or soymilk 1 TB cornstarch Directions Combine water and sal...

Preparation Time: approximately 5 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 20 minutes Serving Size: 3 sandwiches, 3- 6oz cups soup (3 servings) Ingredients 1 loaf Ciabatta, Italian, Portuguese bread, cut into thirds with ends removed ¼ ea red onion, minced 2 oz butter 2 oz flour ½ cup beer (choose your favorite ale or stout) 1 cup whole milk* 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp kosher salt 3 slices Swiss ...

Preparation Time: approximately 15-20 minutes Cooking Time: 30-45 minutes Serving Size: 1- 3x3 square (makes 12) Ingredients 2 TB olive oil 1 red onion, diced 2 TB garlic, chopped ½ pound mushrooms, sliced thick 2 red bell peppers, diced 1 zucchini, medium, medium diced 1 ½ cups brown rice, prepared (per directions on label) 4 oz corn, frozen (thawed) 4 oz spinach, baby (fresh) 15.5 oz NSA* fired roasted tomatoes, di...

Preparation Time: approximately 20 minutes Cooking Time: approximately 50 minutes Serving Size: 8-9 slices Ingredients ½ each doughball, pizza (prepared) ½ cup San Marzano Pizza Sauce(recipe follows) ½ each zucchini, sliced ¼" thick ½ each yellow squash, sliced ¼" thick 8 each portabella mushrooms, sliced thick ¼ each red onion, sliced thin ½ each bell pepper, orange, julienne ¼ each eggplant, quartered, sliced ½" thic...

Preparation Time: approximately 5-7 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes [for garnish] Serving Size: approx. 2 cups Ingredients 1 cup pumpkin puree`“ ½ cup vanilla yogurt, fat free* ½ cup skim milk 1 apples- cored, peeled, diced** 1 TB honey* 1 tsp. salt ½ tsp. vanilla extract 4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 cup crushed ice 1 shot espresso, prepared (or ¼ cup coffee, prepared) (optional) for garnish: (optional) ½ cup...

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Serving Size: 1/8 portion Ingredients 2 ea Pillsbury pre-made pie dough, rolled 2 TB olive oil 1 ea red onion, halved and sliced thin 3 ea apples, sliced (use Cortland or Granny Smith) ¼ cup blue cheese, crumbled TT salt and pepper Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat skillet with olive oil over medium low heat. Add onions and stir to coat w...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes Serving Size: approx. 3 cups Ingredients For the salad: ¾ cup Quinoa, rinsed and dried 1 ½ cups water 4 oz. kale, blanched and cooled 3 TB pumpkin seeds, no shell (pepinos) ¼ cup dried cranberries ¾ cup apples, small diced 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. nutmeg* For the dressing: 4 TB Apple cider 3 TB White vinegar 9 TB Olive oil ...

Garden Fresh Lasagna Preparation Time: approximately 20 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes - 1 hour Serving Size: 1- 3x3 square (makes 12) Ingredients 4 zucchini (medium), sliced lengthwise 2 eggplant (large), peeled and sliced lengthwise 1 bunch kale, blanched and de-stemmed* 2 tsp nutmeg* 6 oz mozzarella cheese (skim/part-skim), shredded Veggie Mixture 2 TB olive oil 1 onion (medium), diced 1 TB garlic, minced 1 cup carrot, diced 8 oz ...

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Serving Size: 3-4 servings (a serving should be about ¾ cup) Ingredients 2 TB garlic, chopped 4 TB olive oil 1 cup Arborio rice 2 ½ cups Vegetable Stock, no salt added (you may use chicken stock here, as well) ½ cup Coconut Milk ¼ cup Green bell pepper, diced ¼ cup Red bell pepper, diced ¼ cup Vidalia onion, diced 1-15.5oz can Chickpeas (no salt added), drained, rinsed a...

Preparation Time: approximately 15-20 minutes Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes Serving Size: 4 burritos Ingredients 4 whole wheat tortillas 2 cups fire-roasted tomatoes, canned, no salt added 2 cups black beans, canned, no salt added* 2 cups white beans, canned, no salt added, drained and rinsed* 3 TB chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped fine 1 cup corn kernels, frozen and thawed** 2 each red bell peppers, diced 1 each red onion, diced 1#...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes Serving Size: 5 mushrooms (makes approx. 3) Ingredients Mushrooms: 1 lb. Portobello mushrooms, de-stemmed 4 TB olive oil 1 ½ TB Italian herb seasoning (dried) 2 tsp salt 2 tsp black pepper Relish:8 olives, cured (kalamata, manzanilla, etc)* diced very small ½ large tomato, diced small ¼ small Vidalia onion, diced small 2 tsp garlic, chopped 1 TB basil, fresh, chopped 2 tsp olive oil 1 TB...

Preparation Time: approximately 25 minutes Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes Serving Size: approx. ½ cup (makes 4) Ingredients 1 lb. extra firm tofu, pressed and diced into ½" cubes 2 TB olive oil 2 TB garlic, minced 1 tsp. Cajun spice blend ½ tsp. cayenne pepper pinch black pepper 1 TB sesame oil 1 TB soy sauce, low-sodium Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss together ingredients and allow to marinate 20 minutes. Give the mixture another toss and s...

Preparation Time: approximately 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes Serving Size: approx. 1 cup (makes 5) Ingredients ¼ cup olive oil 2 TB Garlic, minced 2 large Onions, yellow, small diced 6 each Tomatoes, roma (you can also use 2 pints of cherry tomatoes), large diced 2 each Bell pepper, red, large diced 1 each Bell pepper, green, large diced 1 large Eggplant, skin removed, diced into 1" cubes 2 each Zucchini, medium/large, diced into 1"...