Posts by Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  8 Slices white bread 6 Eggs Beaten. May use 1 ½ cups egg substitute 2 1/2 Cups nonfat milk 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dry mustard Dash of pepper 3 1/2 Cups lowfat  cheddar cheese Shredded Directions:…

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  2 pounds cheese ravioli 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion Peeled, washed, and diced 1 green bell pepper Washed, trimmed and thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper Washed, trimmed and thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper Washed, trimmed and thinly sliced 2 cups reduced…

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  2 pounds cheese ravioli 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 Pounds Roma tomatoes Washed, peeled, seeded, and chopped 1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts 8 oz. sliced mushrooms Washed and sliced ½ cup chopped green onions Washed, trimmed, and chopped 3 cloves crushed garlic ½…

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  16 (6 inch) sized flour tortillas (no lard variety)  1/2 pound shredded lowfat cheddar cheese For vegan: use vegan cheese 1/2 pound shredded lowfat Monterey Jack cheese For vegan: use vegan cheese  Optional Toppings: ½ cup light sour cream For vegan: use vegan sour cream …

Portion Size: 1 Slice (1/8 pizza) Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough Thawed and divided into 8 even pieces. For vegan: ensure vegan  1 small jar pizza sauce (meatless) ~ 2 cups  For vegan: ensure plant based 16 oz. shredded low fat mozzarella cheese For vegan: use vegan…

Portion Size: 1/8 pie Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  6 Eggs *May use 1 ½ cup egg substitute 1/2 Cup  nonfat milk  Pinch of nutmeg 1 Package frozen, chopped broccoli Cooked 1 Cup shredded lowfat cheddar cheese Unbaked deep dish pie shell Directions: Steps: Directions:  Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance 1 Beat eggs and…

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  2 cups uncooked couscous 2 1/2 cups low sodium vegan chicken broth or vegetable broth 2 (15 oz. cans) black beans Drained and rinsed 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered Washed, trimmed and quartered 1 cup cucumbers, seeded and chopped Washed, seeded and chopped 8 oz.…

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  2 (14. 5 oz. can) black beans Drained and rinsed 2 cups uncooked brown rice 5 cups water 1/2 cup green bell pepper Washed, trimmed and diced 1 cup tomatoes Washed, trimmed and diced 1 cup frozen corn kernels Thawed 1 (4oz.) can slice black…

Portion Size: 1 Burrito Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  8 (8 inch) flour tortilla (no lard variety)  1 Cup chopped onion Washed, trimmed, and chopped 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil 2 (16) Ounce can vegetarian refried beans  4 Cups shredded cheddar cheese For vegan:use vegan cheese 4 Cups shredded lettuce Washed, trimmed and shredded 1…

Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients  Notes:  2 (14. 5 oz. can) garbanzo beans  Drained and rinsed 1 (14. 5 oz. can) pinto beans Drained and rinsed 2 cups uncooked barley  5 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup orange juice 2 cup orange pieces Washed, peeled, and chopped 2 cups fresh spinach Washed,…