Colorful Pasta SaladIngredients8 ounces whole wheat elbow macaroni or other whole wheat pasta1 teaspoon olive oil1 cup onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, finely chopped2 bell peppers, chopped (1 yellow, 1 red)4 cups fresh spinach, chopped or 1 package frozen spinach (10...
Basic Homemade HummusIngredients1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed¼ cup water (use ice cold water for smoothest hummus)¼ cup olive oil2 tablespoons tahini (optional)juice of half a lemon (about 2 tablespoons)2 fresh garlic cloves¼ teaspoon...
Lentils and RiceIngredients1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 large onions, peeled and sliced4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth1 cup lentils, dry½ cup whole grain brown rice¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)DirectionsWash...
Classic QuinoaIngredients1 cup quinoa1 3/4 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth¼ teaspoon salt (optional)DirectionsWash hands well with soap and warm water. Place quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse until water runs clear. Heat water or broth in a medium...
Pumpkin Sweet TamalesIngredientscorn husks3 cups fresh corn masa2 cups pumpkin puree5 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ teaspoon ground cloveDirectionsWash hands with soap and warm water. In a big bowl...
