Posts by Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates
Italian Sausage White Bean Soup
Portion Size: 1 1/2 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 pounds lean sweet Italian sausage (turkey) Use bulk 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 6 cups low sodium chicken broth  Or 6 t. low sodium chicken granules and 6 cups water. 2 can (15 oz.) white beans drained 1 lb. chopped baby spinach or kale…
Read MoreBean Tacos (meatless)
Portion Size: 2 small tacos Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 (15 oz. ) cans beans (black, pinto, or red bean) 2 tablespoons reduced sodium taco seasoning mix May sub. Taco seasoning mix. 3 Cups shredded low fat cheddar cheese For vegan: use vegan cheese. 2 Cups tomatoes, chopped Wash, trim and chop 3…
Read MoreItalian Sausage Pasta Bake
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 pounds lean sweet Italian sausage (turkey) Use bulk or links. 4 cups marinara sauce  Washed, peeled and chopped fine 2 cups low fat shredded mozzarella ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 lb. pasta May choose any shape Directions: Steps: Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality…
Read MoreVegetarian Dinner Beans and Lentils Recipes
 Barley and Bean Salad
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 1 cup pearl barley, uncooked 1 cup long grain brown rice, uncooked 2 cans no added salt black beans Drained and rinsed 2 cans no added salt kidney beans Drained and rinsed 2 cups whole kernel sweet white corn Use frozen. Optional 1/2 cup green…
Read MoreItalian Sausage and Potato Hash
Portion Size: 1 cups Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 pounds lean sweet Italian sausage (turkey) Use bulk or links. 1lb. bag frozen O Brien potatoes. 2 cups low sodium chicken broth 2 cups low fat shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups nonfat milk ¼ cup flour 1 (8 oz.) light cream cheese, soften ½…
Read MorePork Chop with Creamy Herb Sauce
Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless, 5 oz. with bone, 2 T. sauce Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 8 boneless pork chops, 3 lbs. 8 (4 oz.) Trim all visible fat 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper ¼ cup oil ½ cup finely, chopped carrots 2 Tablespoons parsley flakes Or ¼ cup finely chopped…
Read MorePork Chops With Lemon Herb Sauce
Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless, 5 oz. with bone Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes:  3 lbs. boneless pork chops, (8 chops) Trim all visible fat 1 teaspoon salt To taste ½ teaspoon black pepper To taste 3 Tablespoons olive oil As needed. 1 cup light cream cheese 2 tablespoons parsley flakes 1 teaspoon low…
Read MorePork Chops With Honey Garlic Sauce
Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless, 5 oz. with bone Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 lbs. boneless pork chops, (8 chops) Trim all visible fat 1 teaspoon salt To taste ½ teaspoon black pepper To taste 3 Tablespoons olive oil As needed. ½ cup honey 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar…
Read MorePork Chops With Creamy Dijon Sauce
Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless, 5 oz. with bone Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 lbs. boneless pork chops, (8 chops) Trim all visible fat 1 teaspoon salt To taste ½ teaspoon black pepper To taste 3 Tablespoons olive oil As needed. 1 cup light sour cream ¼ cup Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon low…
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