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June 4, 2022

Vegetarian Spaghetti-Zucchini-Pesto Recipe

Olive oil to coat skillet
4 medium zucchini, chopped (about 8 cups)
reserve several sliced zucchini rounds for topping
12 ounces spaghetti
2 cups tightly packed any one of these fresh greens: basil, spinach, arugula or mint
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons walnuts, pine nuts, almonds or other preferred nuts
2 tablespoons vegetable broth and 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable broth as needed
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, or other cooking oil as preferred
1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Oil a large skillet with olive oil.
Saute the zucchini over medium-high heat for 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender. Set aside.
Prepare the spaghetti. When done, drain and set aside. Save 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
In a food processor or blender, process basil, garlic, walnuts, 2 tablespoons broth, oil, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and 2 cups zucchini for 1 minute, or until well blended. Add 1/2 tablespoon broth for a thinner consistency. Process for 30 seconds. Repeat until the desired consistency.
In a large bowl, stir together the pasta, and zucchini mixture, and 1 tablespoon saved pasta water. Add the remaining pasta water, one tablespoon at a time until reaching the preferred consistency.
Top with the remaining zucchini rounds.

Olive oil to coat skillet
4 medium zucchini, chopped (about 8 cups)
reserve several sliced zucchini rounds for topping
12 ounces spaghetti
2 cups tightly packed any one of these fresh greens: basil, spinach, arugula or mint
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons walnuts, pine nuts, almonds or other preferred nuts
2 tablespoons vegetable broth and 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable broth as needed
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, or other cooking oil as preferred
1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Recipe yields about 6 servings

May 28, 2022

Hearty Vegetable Barley Tomato Soup

Coat bottom of Dutch oven with olive oil.
Cook the onion and celery over medium-high heat until golden, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the garlic and cook for 10 seconds.
Stir in the remaining ingredients except the Parmesan.
Bring to a boil over medium to high heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the barley is cooked.
Serve in soup bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

May 21, 2022

Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Preheat oven to 375°F
Boil water and cook pasta as directed.
Drain pasta and set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine milk, protein powder and yogurt over medium heat.
Whisk frequently to combine.
Slowly add in 1 1/2 cups cheese and whisk to form sauce.
Wait until cheese is melted then stir in spices and seasonings. Whisk to combine.
Add in pasta and stir to combine.
Pour mixture into a small casserole dish 8x8x9 or 9×9 baking pan lightly coated with olive oil.
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and breadcrumbs over the mixture.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until top is browned.

May 19, 2022

Overnight High-Protein Oats With Strawberries

In a mixing bowl combine protein powder with milk.
Add chia seeds, peanut butter and maple syrup. Combine mixture.
Stir in oats. Combine with mixture so that oats are thoroughly saturated.
If oats become too thick add more milk.
Transfer to a large jar with a lid that allows for expansion of the oats.
Spoon mixture into jar, and cover with lid.
Place in refrigerator allowing to soak for 6 hours or overnight.
Remove from refrigerator. Add optional toppings: Granola, Berries, Sliced Peaches, Cinnamon.
Serve