Posts by Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates
Shepherds Pie with Ground Turkey and Sweet Potatoes
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 1 Can evaporated fat free milk 1/2 cup light sour cream 2 tablespoon flour 2 1/2 lbs. lean ground turkey 1/2 Teaspoon basil or thyme 1/2 Teaspoon salt 1/4 Teaspoon pepper 1 Tablespoon chopped parsley 4 Cups…
Read MoreShould I Take a Magnesium Supplement?
By Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. Should I Take a Magnesium Supplement? Magnesium is a major mineral found in a variety of foods and beverages. Green leafy vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good sources. Over half of the magnesium found in the body is found in the bones. The rest is found in…
Read MoreUnintended Weight Loss
By Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. Unintended Weight Loss Research shows that the elderly and critically ill are at risk for malnutrition. During times of illness or stress, eating well nourishing the body with proper nutrition is key component to healing. When a person does not eat adequate amounts of food it can lead to an…
Read MoreMushroom Gravy (Vegan)
Portion Size: 2 Tablespoons Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup diced onion Washed, trimmed and diced 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 1/2 cup reduced sodium vegetable broth 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, finely chopped May use fresh 1 tablespoon dried thyme May use fresh. 2 cups cremini mushrooms Wash, trimmed and…
Read MoreAsian Almond Chicken
Portion Size: 4 oz. (3 oz. chicken plus sauce) Ingredients: Yields: 50 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 tablespoons ground ginger 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1/2 cup canola oil 12-14 lbs. boneless and skinless chicken, breast or thighs, cut into thin strips 2 lb. onions Washed, peel and chopped. 3 lbs. fresh mushrooms, sliced Wash, trim and…
Read MoreApple Spiced Chicken
Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless (5 oz. with bone) Ingredients: Yields: 50 servings Ingredients Notes: 15-18 lbs. whole chickens, quartered 1 1/2 cups Cooking oil 1 quart cup apple jelly ½ cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon ground allspice Directions: Steps: Directions: Critical Control Point / Quality Assurance 1 Place the chicken in broiler pan, skin…
Read MoreArtichoke Basil Lasagna
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 50 servings Ingredients Notes: 6 lbs. lasagna noodles May use whole grain lasagna noodles. For vegan: use vegan pasta ¼ cup of olive oil 1 ½ quarts packages frozen artichoke Thawed and well drained. May use 2 cups. Drained canned artichokes 3 cups pine nuts (optional) 3 tablespoons cloves…
Read MoreDinner Entrée
Portion Size: 3 oz. Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 4 pounds ham, bone in or 2 lbs. boneless Trim all visible fat 1 cup brown sugar ¼ cup honey, maple syrup, or cider vinegar 2 teaspoons dry mustard 15 or more cloves 1 can pineapple rings (optional) Directions: Steps: Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality…
Read MoreBanana Berry Fruit Smoothie
Portion Size: 1 1/2 cup (1 milk and fruit serving) Ingredients: Yields: 1 serving Ingredients Notes: 1/2 cup nonfat milk 1/2 banana 1/3 cup fresh or frozen strawberries 2/3 cups vanilla or strawberry lowfat yogurt 1 t. Honey For gluten free (GF); This is a gluten free recipe. Always check each ingredient to be sure…
Read MoreAlmond Berry Smoothie
Portion Size: ~1 cup (1 milk and fruit serving) Ingredients: Yields: 1 serving Ingredients Notes: 1/4 cup almond milk (nonfat or low fat) 1/4 cup frozen blue berries 1 teaspoon honey 2/3 cup Greek nonfat plain yogurt 1/2 banana Washed and trimmed. 2 Tablespoons grape juice 1 tablespoon cup almond butter For gluten free (GF);…
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