Food of the Month
Spicy Corn Dip
Spicy Corn Dip
Ingredients
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 1/2 tbsp pickled jalapeno peppers, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed and well drained
- 1/2 package (4-oz) reduced-fat cream cheese,
softened
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded cheese
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
Directions
- Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
- Wash tomato under cool running water with a vegetable brush or your hand.
- Cut tomato and jalapeno peppers as directed in ingredients.
- Combine all ingredients in blender and blend well.
- Serve with assorted vegetables, baked tortilla chips, or on top of grilled chicken breast.
Nutrition Facts
Serv. size: ¼ cup (38g), Amount per serving: Calories 45, Total Fat 2.5g (3% DV), Sat. Fat 1.5g (8% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 10mg (3% DV), Sodium 80g (3% DV), Total Carb. 4g (1% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 1g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 2g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium 56mg (4% DV), Iron (0% DV), Potas. 51mg (2% DV).
Southwest Turkey Bake
Southwest Turkey Bake
Ingredients
- 1 tsp oil
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups shredded, cooked turkey breast
- 12 oz frozen corn, thawed
- 1 can (10-oz) low-sodium diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup skim milk
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, cilantro
Directions
- Wash your hands, clean the cooking area and the tops of canned food items.
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- In an oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté for approximately 3 minutes.
- Add turkey, corn, tomatoes, and milk to the skillet. Stir well and heat through.
- Stir in cornmeal, chili powder, and garlic powder.
- Carefully cover the skillet with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top and cook for 5 minutes or until melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Serv. size: 1 cup, Amount per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 4.5g (6% DV), Sat. Fat 1.5g (8% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 35mg (12% DV), Sodium 270mg (12% DV), Total Carb. 28g (10% DV), Fiber 4g (14% DV), Total Sugars 6g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 20g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium 148m (10% DV), Iron 2mg (10% DV), Potas. 520mg (10% DV).
Slow Cooker Hominy Soup
Slow Cooker Hominy Soup
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 3 cans (15-oz) hominy, drained
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (15-oz) tomatoes
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1/2 cup green chilies, diced
- 2-4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (or more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 cups water
Directions
- Wash your hands, clean the cooking area and the tops of canned food items.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the meat; cook and stir just until meat is browned, about 5 minutes.
- Place the meat in a 4-quart slow cooker. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, hominy, onion, chilies, garlic, and oregano. Pour in about 1½ cups of water.
- Cover, and cook on ‘HIGH’ on 6-7 hours. Stir in the cilantro, salt, and pepper. Cook on ‘LOW’ for 30 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts
Serv. size: 1 cup, Amount per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 7g (9% DV), Sat. Fat 2.5g (13% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 55mg (18% DV), Sodium 480mg (21% DV), Total Carb. 18g (7% DV), Fiber 3g (11% DV), Total Sugars 5g (Incl. 1g Added Sugars, 2% DV), Protein 20g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium 35mg (2% DV), Iron 3mg (15% DV), Potas. 477 (10% DV).
Ole Frijoles Dip
Ole Frijoles Dip
Ingredients
- 1 can (16-oz) fat-free refried beans
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 2/3 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
- Wash your hands, clean the cooking area and the tops of canned food items.
- In a microwave-safe medium bowl, combine beans, salsa, and cheese. Mix gently.
- Heat 1 minute in the microwave or until the cheese melts.
- Remove bowl from microwave carefully.
- Serve immediately. Can be served with bell pepper slices, carrot chips, or whole wheat crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Serv. size: ¼ cup (82g), Amount per serving: Calories 80, Total Fat 2g (3% DV), Sat. Fat 1g (5% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 5mg (2% DV), Sodium 430mg (19% DV), Total Carb. 9g (3% DV), Fiber 3g (11% DV), Total Sugars 1g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 6g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium 110mg (8% DV), Iron 1mg (6% DV), Potas. 248mg (6% DV)