Looking for a good recipe that will help you stay warm and feel full this winter? Check out the recipes our very own staff provided, below!
Taco Soup
By Kaylee LaOrange
1 lb. ground beef (browned and seasoned with preferred taco seasoning mix)
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey as a heart-healthy alternative
1 cup beef broth
2 cups tomato juice
1 can of corn
1 can of pinto beans
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced bell pepper
*Topped with crunched up tortilla chips (Doritos are my favorite), sour cream, shredded cheese… all to preference
- Health hint: Go light on the sour cream and shredded cheese for a more cholesterol friendly meal
To cook: Place all ingredients in a large pot and simmer for twenty minutes or until warm!
Asparagus, Chicken and Penne Pasta
By Ellen Salomon
1 lb. boneless chicken breast – cut into bite-sized pieces
1 package of cooked whole grain penne pasta + 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Mix pasta and chicken in pan with:
- 4 cloves of garlic – minced
- 12 ounces of asparagus – cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Enjoy!
Homemade Cappuccino Mix
We’ll put a little disclaimer here to say that this should be used as a occasional treat! This recipe has sugary ingredients, but can be integrated as part of an overall diet. For a healthier alternative, click here.
By Kayla Hamstra
Mix the following ingredients together:
1 c. Powdered milk
8 oz. powdered French vanilla creamer
1 1/2 c. Nestle Nesquik chocolate flavor powder
1 c. Powdered sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup instant coffee
Cinnamon to taste
Use 1/4 to 1/3 cup per mug of hot water!
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