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Hoppin’ John

Hoppin’ John

Ingredients 2 medium celery stalks ½ large red bell pepper 1 medium onion 2 cloves garlic 1 (6-ounce) slice smoked, lean, low sodium ham 1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed peas 1 Tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1½-3½ cups low-sodium…

White Bean Basil Chicken Chili

White Bean Basil Chicken Chili

Ingredients 1 pound boneless chicken pieces 1 medium onion 2 cloves garlic 1 medium tomato 1 large lime ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 Tablespoon fresh basil 2 (15½-ounce) cans great northern beans, no salt added 2 Tablespoons canola oil…

Herb Roasted Chicken with Vegetables

Herb Roasted Chicken with Vegetables

Ingredients 1 pound carrots 1 large onion 1 clove garlic 1 pound root vegetables, such as red potatoes, beets, turnips, rutabagas, or parsnips 1 large lemon ¼ cup water ¼ cup canola oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried…

Turkey Tacos

Turkey Tacos

Ingredients 1 medium carrot, small sweet potato, or small zucchini ¼ medium head lettuce 2 large tomatoes 7 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese 1 (15½-ounce) can low-sodium pinto beans Non-stick cooking spray 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 (15½-ounce) can chopped…

Hummus

Hummus

Ingredients 1 clove garlic 1 large lemon 1 (15½-ounce) can garbanzo beans ½ cup warm water 2 Tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Optional Ingredients 1 fresh red pepper, or…

Veggie & Rice Stir-Fry

Veggie & Rice Stir-Fry

Ingredients 1 cup brown rice ½ pound broccoli 2 medium celery stalks 1 medium carrot 1 small jalapeño or other chili pepper 1 clove garlic 6 ounces boneless chicken pieces or firm tofu ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 Tablespoon…

Holiday Roasted Butternut Squash

Holiday Roasted Butternut Squash

Ingredients 2 pounds butternut squash ¼ cup walnuts 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon dried sage ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 Tablespoon butter or canola oil ¼ cup dried cranberries 1 ½ Tablespoons maple syrup Materials…

Southwestern Black-eyed Pea and Corn Salad

Southwestern Black-eyed Pea and Corn Salad

Ingredients 1 medium bell pepper 1 small red onion 2 (15½ ounce) cans black-eyed peas 1 (15¼ ounce) can corn kernels, no salt added 3 Tablespoons canola oil 2 Tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon cumin ¼ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground…

Japanese Simmered Squash

Japanese Simmered Squash

Ingredients 1 medium acorn squash, about 2 pounds 2 cups water 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 2 Tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce Materials Sharp knife Cutting board Vegetable peeler Spoon Measuring cups Measuring spoons Large skillet Aluminum foil Instructions Rinse squash and…

Purple Vegetable Pancakes

Purple Vegetable Pancakes

Ingredients Pineapple Dipping Sauce 1 clove garlic 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple packed in juice 3 Tablespoons water 2 Tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1½ teaspoons cornstarch ¼ teaspoon ground ginger Pancakes 1 medium zucchini 1 medium beet 1 medium carrot…