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August Menu – Santa Clara

We include Side Dishes (selections, ingredients or recipes) every month with each entree. Chef Dane’s uses natural, hormone-free chicken and choice USDA meats.

 

Healthy-Option includes at least 2 of the following: Under 400 Calories, less than 30% Fat in total calories, under 17g Carbs, more than 22g Protein

 

Allergies – If you are allergic to shellfish, dairy, eggs, wheat, cilantro

or anything else, please give us a call and we can substitute

other ingredients on most of our entrees.

 

Updated March 2

 

March Menu

 

Shrimp Alfredo Torte

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 585 Calories; 22g Fat (34.0% calories from fat); 32g Protein; 64g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 291mg Cholesterol; 584mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 1/2 Grain (Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 3 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Cooking Instructions will be posted ASAP.

 

Asian Ginger Marinated Choice Flank Steak

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 287 Calories; 15g Fat (47.7% calories from fat); 26g Protein; 10g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 68mg Cholesterol; 608mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Asian Ginger Marinated Pork Tenderloins

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 187 Calories; 5g Fat (23.8% calories from fat); 25g Protein; 10g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 74mg Cholesterol; 573mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Asian Ginger Marinated Chicken Breasts

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 207 Calories; 4g Fat (19.6% calories from fat); 30g Protein; 10g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 81mg Cholesterol; 586mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

BBQ or Oven: 25 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Flank Steak, Pork or Chicken

Package with Chinese Noodles

 

1.         Thaw in refrigerator for 12-24 hours

2.        Cook noodles according to package directions

3.        BBQ: Preheat grill. Grill meat for 4-6 minutes. Baste with marinade. Close lid for 2 more minutes if needed.

4.        Oven: Preheat to broil and broil meat for 4-5 minutes each side. Baste with marinade.

5.        Internal temperature should read:

6.        Flank Steak: 125º (med-rare), 135º (well)

7.         Pork: 155º

8.        Chicken: 165º

9.        Let meat rest. Slice steak and pork across the grain, cut up chicken if desired. Serve with prepared noodles

 

Praline Chicken Breasts

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 293 Calories; 15g Fat (45.4% calories from fat); 20g Protein; 20g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 58mg Cholesterol; 197mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Praline Pork Tenderloin Medallions

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 279 Calories; 11g Fat (34.1% calories from fat); 26g Protein; 20g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 59mg Cholesterol; 198mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop to Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Praline Chicken or Pork

Bag with Garden Pilaf

Container with Vanilla Apricot Glaze

From your pantry: 2 Tblsp Vegetable Oil

 

1.         Thaw completely

2.        Preheat oven to 375º

3.        Prepare rice pilaf according to directions on package

4.        Heat a large non-stick skillet on stove and add 2 tablespoons of oil

5.        Delicately sauté chicken or pork 30 seconds on each side on medium heat to give a light color

6.        Place entire skillet in oven and bake uncovered 12-15 minutes or until internal temp reads 165º for chicken or 145º for pork

7.         Serve with prepared garden pilaf and vanilla apricot glaze

 

St. Patrick’s Reuben Casserole

Serves 8-10

 

Based on 10 servings: Per Serving: 736 Calories; 42g Fat (50.9% calories from fat); 25g Protein; 66g Carbohydrate; 9g Dietary Fiber; 54mg Cholesterol; 1788mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 1/2 Grain (Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 7 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pan with St Patricks Casserole

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º

3.        Bake casserole, covered, for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned

 

Pomegranate Duck Breasts

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 466 Calories; 39g Fat (75.7% calories from fat); 10g Protein; 18g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 67mg Cholesterol; 221mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 7 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Pomegranate Chicken Breasts

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 287 Calories; 8g Fat (26.9% calories from fat); 34g Protein; 18g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 92mg Cholesterol; 246mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 4 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop to Oven or BBQ: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Duck or Chicken Breasts

Ziploc with Couscous

Containers of Pomegranate Sauce

From your Pantry: Cooking Spray

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator

2.        Preheat oven to 400º

3.        Prepare couscous according to directions on package

4.        Spray a large sauté pan with cooking spray and heat on the stove on high heat

5.        Remove breasts from marinade and sear each side for 1-2 minutes each

6.        Bake entire pan in oven 12-15 minutes

7.         BBQ: Grill breasts for 3-4 minutes each side, cover for 8-10 minutes to bake over indirect heat

8.        Serve duck or chicken with sauce over or with prepared couscous

 

Lamb Tagine

Serves 6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 329 Calories; 11g Fat (31.1% calories from fat); 36g Protein; 20g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 109mg Cholesterol; 450mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 5 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 15 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Tagine

Bag with Couscous

Optional: Garnish with mint, cilantro

or chopped almonds

 

1.         Thaw in refrigerator for 12-24 hours

2.        Warm Tagine slowly in a saucepot until hot

3.        Prepare Couscous according to directions on package

4.        Serve Tagine in bowls with Couscous

 

Bacon Wrapped Pork Medallions

Serves 6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 175 Calories; 7g Fat (37.6% calories from fat); 26g Protein; 1g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 79mg Cholesterol; 514mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop to Oven or BBQ: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Pork

Bag with Wild Rice Salad

From your Pantry: Cooking Spray

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator

2.        Preheat oven to 375º

3.        Prepare rice salad according to directions on package (NOTE: can prepared 2 days in advance)

4.        Spray a large sauté pan with cooking spray and heat on the stove on medium heat

5.        Cook pork on all sides to sear brown

6.        Bake entire pan in oven for 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 155º

7.         BBQ: Grill pork for 16-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 155º

8.        Let meat rest 5 minutes before serving with prepared rice salad

 

Greek Gyro Sandwich Six Pack

Serves 6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 645 Calories; 32g Fat (45.8% calories from fat); 45g Protein; 41g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 137mg Cholesterol; 484mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain(Starch); 5 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 3 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 10 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Gyro Meat

Package with Rolls

Rollbag of Onion and Tomatoes

Container with Tzazitki Sauce

From your Pantry: Salt & Pepper

Ziploc of Bulgar for Tabbouleh Salad

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 12-36 hours

2.        Heat a large skillet on the stove on high heat. Sprinkle salt & pepper on meat. Add to pan and stir to heat

3.        Slice tomatoes and onion

4.        Place tzazitki sauce in a bowl

5.        Place meat, condiments, and sauce on bread and roll or fold up to eat

 

Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 383 Calories; 12g Fat (29.3% calories from fat); 47g Protein; 20g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 263mg Cholesterol; 1326mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 6 Lean Meat; 2 1/2 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat.

 

Chicken Gumbo

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 308 Calories; 12g Fat (29.3% calories from fat); 47g Protein; 20g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 263mg Cholesterol; 1326mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 6 Lean Meat; 2 1/2 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 15 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Gumbo

Bag with Rice

Bag with Shrimp (if ordered)

 

1.         Thaw in refrigerator for 12-24 hours

2.        Prepare rice according to directions on package

3.        Warm Gumbo slowly in a saucepot until hot (add shrimp and heat until pink)

4.        Serve Gumbo in bowls over prepared rice

 

Thai Basa Red Curry Rolls with Thai Slaw

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 389 Calories; 17g Fat (39.6% calories from fat); 30g Protein; 29g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 66mg Cholesterol; 352mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain (Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 3 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Basa Rolls

Containers with Thai Coconut Curry Sauce

Bag with Napa Cabbage

Container with Sweet Chile Dressing

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat oven to 400º

3.        Pour sauce over Basa Rolls and place in the oven for 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145º

4.        Garnish with scallions, basil or cilantro

5.        Slice Cabbage crosswise. Toss with dressing.

 

Triple Meat Lovers Pizza Kits

Serves 12-16

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 454 Calories; 29g Fat (57.7% calories from fat); 24g Protein; 24g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 81mg Cholesterol; 1006mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 4 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Bag with 3 Tandoori Crusts

1 Container with Marinara Sauce

3 Ziplocs with Mozzarella Cheese

Ziplocs with Toppings

 

1.         Thaw all items for each pizza 24 hours before serving.

2.        Preheat oven to 450º.

3.        Place crust on sheet pan.

4.        Pre-bake 5 minutes. Remove from oven.

5.        Spread one cup of sauce on each crust, white side up, top with one bag mozzarella.

6.        Cover cheese with toppings (20 slices pepperoni, 1 cup sausage)

7.         Add your favorite seasonings: oregano, basil, parmesan, garlic, chili flakes, etc.

8.        Bake 15-20 minutes until bubbly brown.

9.        Cool on cutting board and cut with large knife.

 

Lemon-Dill Chicken Rotellini

Serves 8-10

 

Based on 10 servings: Per Serving:  349 Calories; 15g Fat (39.8% calories from fat); 26g Protein; 26g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 103mg Cholesterol; 424mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Lemon Dill Salmon Rotellini

Serves 8-10

 

Based on 10 servings: Per Serving: 323 Calories; 15g Fat (41.5% calories from fat); 21g Protein; 26g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 88mg Cholesterol; 420mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain (Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven: 35 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Rotellini

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º

3.        Bake casserole, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or internal temperature reaches 155º

 

Thai Panang Curry Flank Steak

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 serving: Per Serving: 581 Calories; 45g Fat (69.3% calories from fat); 31g Protein; 14g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 82mg Cholesterol; 168mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 6 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Thai Panang Curry Chicken

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 581 Calories; 45g Fat (69.3% calories from fat); 31g Protein; 14g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 82mg Cholesterol; 168mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 6 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop: 40 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Individual Ziplocs with the following:

Flank Steak OR Chicken, Curry Spice, Straw Mushrooms/Peas, Peanuts, White Rice

A Can of Coconut Milk

 

1.         Thaw entrée in refrigerator for 24-48 hrs

2.        Prepare rice according to directions on bag

3.        Heat a large sauce pan or wok and add contents of curry spice container. Add can (for whole order) of coconut milk. Fill empty can with water & add. Boil for 3 minutes.

4.        Add Steak or Chicken and Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until sauce is thick & meat is tender. Add bag of vegetables &  cornstarch and stir.

5.        Serve over prepared rice

 

 

February Menu

 

California Seafood Cioppino

Serves 6-8                

 

Stovetop: 20 minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers of Cioppino Broth

Ziploc of Seafood

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Heat cioppino broth in a large saucepan.

3.        Bring to a simmer and add bag of seafood.

4.        When shrimp are pink, cioppino is ready to serve.

 

Per Serving : 245 Calories; 4g Fat (15.7% calories from fat); 32g Protein; 18g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 133mg Cholesterol; 1437mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain (Starch); 4 Lean Meat.

 

Shanghai Soy Sauce Organic Chicken

Serves 4-6 

 

Stovetop: 45 minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Chicken

Container of Soy Sauce Mix

Ziploc with White Rice

Container of Kecap Manis

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Add entire container of soy sauce mix to 3 or 4 quart sauce pan with lid. Add a cup of water and bring to a boil

3.        Add chicken pieces and cover. Lower heat to a simmer. Cook covered for 35-45 minutes or until internal temp of thigh is 165º.

4.        While chicken is poaching prepare white rice as directed.

5.        Remove chicken to platter and serve with rice and kecap manis

 

Per Serving : 315 Calories; 6g Fat (18.0% calories from fat); 51g Protein; 11g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 138mg Cholesterol; 521mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 7 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Eggplant Moussaka with Angus Beef

Serves 4-8

 

Oven: 40 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Eggplant Moussaka

 

6.        Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

7.         Preheat the oven to 350º

8.        Bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes

9.        Let cool for 10 minutes before serving

 

Per Serving : 362 Calories; 19g Fat (46.9% calories from fat); 27g Protein; 21g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 74mg Cholesterol; 891mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 2 Fat.

 

Eggplant  & Mushroom Moussaka - Vegetarian

Serves 4-8

 

Oven: 40 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Eggplant Moussaka

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º

3.        Bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes

4.        Let cool for 10 minutes before serving

 

Per Serving : 192 Calories; 7g Fat (31.6% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 25g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 11mg Cholesterol; 931mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Fat.

 

Pork Chile Verde Burrito Casserole

Serves 8-12

 

 

Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Chile Verde Casseroles

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º

3.        Bake Casserole, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165º

 

Per Serving : 691 Calories; 25g Fat (32.2% calories from fat); 33g Protein; 84g Carbohydrate; 7g Dietary Fiber; 70mg Cholesterol; 1197mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 5 1/2 Grain(Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 3 Fat.

 

Vegetarian Chile Verde Burrito Casserole

Serves 8-12

 

 

Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Chile Verde Casseroles

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º

3.        Bake Casserole, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165º

 

Per Serving : 566 Calories; 19g Fat (29.8% calories from fat); 22g Protein; 77g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 40mg Cholesterol; 699mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 3 Fat.

 

Blue Cheese Choice Angus Burgers  

with Balsamic Caramelized Onions                                                       

Serves 8

 

Stovetop or BBQ: 15 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pan with Burgers

Ziploc with Caramelized Onions

Package with Buns

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 12-24 hours.

2.        BBQ or oven broil burgers for 5-6 minutes a side (for medium rare) or slightly longer for well done

3.        SUGGESTION: Mircowave or grill buns until warm if desired

4.        Microwave or pan heat caramelized onions and serve as a condiment along with other favorite condiments

 

Per Serving : 656 Calories; 44g Fat (61.0% calories from fat); 39g Protein; 24g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 144mg Cholesterol; 613mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 5 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 6 Fat.

 

Chicken Cordon Bleu Roulade

Serves 4-8

 

Stovetop to Oven: 35-40 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Chicken Cordon Bleu Roulade

Containers with Mushroom Sauce

Ziploc with Orzo Pasta

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Preheat oven to 375º

3.        Pour mushroom sauce in a large ovenproof skillet or sauté pan and place chicken rolls on top

4.        Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 º.

5.        Prepare orzo according to directions on bag

6.        Remove chicken from oven and let stand 5 minutes. Slice across the grain and serve chicken over orzo. Spoon sauce over top

 

Per Serving : 509 Calories; 18g Fat (32.5% calories from fat); 67g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 313mg Cholesterol; 753mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 9 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1 Fat.

 

Vietnamese Style Caramelized Pork   

Serves 4-6

 

Stovetop to Oven: 75 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc of Pork with Marinade

Containers of Sugar Shallot Sauce

Ziploc with White Rice

Container with Green Chutney

From your pantry: 2 tbs of canola oil

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Preheat oven to 400º

3.        Quick brown pork pieces in the canola oil in a hot sauté pan or skillet with a tight lid. Do in batches if needed

4.        Place all browned pork in same pan in overlapping pinwheel fashion. Cover pork with sugar-shallot sauce

5.        Bake covered for 1 hour

6.        Prepare rice as directed. Stir in green chutney to make green rice. Serve with pork and sauce. SUGGESTION: cut lettuce cups and fill with rice, pork, and sauce

 

Per Serving : 378 Calories; 5g Fat (10.3% calories from fat); 17g Protein; 72g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 42mg Cholesterol; 94mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 4 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Beef Stroganoff with Poppy Seed Noodles    

Serves 4-6

 

Stovetop: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Beef Stroganoff

Bag of Egg Noodles

Container of Hotel Butter with Poppy Seeds

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Slowly heat stroganoff in saucepan over medium heat until hot. DO NOT LET BOIL.

3.        Prepare egg noodles according to directions on label.

4.        Toss warm noodles with butter and poppy seeds. Pour stroganoff over warm noodles.

 

Per Serving : 463 Calories; 26g Fat (51.6% calories from fat); 27g Protein; 27g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 110mg Cholesterol; 964mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 3 1/2 Fat.

 

Twin Stromboli

Serves 4-8

 

Oven: 25-30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pan with Strombolis

Container with Marinara Sauce

 

1.         Thaw for up to 24 hours.

2.        Preheat oven to 425º.

3.        Cut a couple of vents in the tops of the strombolis with a sharp knife. SUGGESTION: brush tops of strombolis with olive oil

4.        Place strombolis in middle rack of oven.

5.        Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

6.        Let rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

7.         Warm Marinara Sauce on stove top or in microwave. Serve with strombolis

 

Per Serving : 834 Calories; 47g Fat (50.4% calories from fat); 33g Protein; 70g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 82mg Cholesterol; 3259mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 7 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Nerissa’s Tandoori Chicken Breasts

Serves 4-6

 

Oven or BBQ: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Chicken and Sauce

Container of Dal

Ziploc of Basmati Rice

Container of Green Chutney

From your pantry: Canola oil spray

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Oven: Preheat the oven to 500º. Place chicken on well-oiled roasting rack and spray lightly with canola oil. Bake on foil-covered sheet pan for 15-18 minutes. Chicken will look crisp and become dark brown. Turn once.

3.        BBQ: Cook on very hot grill for 15 minutes over indirect heat. Turn once. Internal temperature should reach 165º.

4.        Prepare rice according to directions. Heat dal on stovetop or in microwave. Serve all with the tandoori chicken and chutney.

 

Per Serving : 498 Calories; 7g Fat (13.3% calories from fat); 50g Protein; 59g Carbohydrate; 24g Dietary Fiber; 72mg Cholesterol; 280mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 Grain(Starch); 5 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1 Fruit; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Fettuccini Calabrese * a little spicy        

Serves 4-6    

 

Stovetop: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Bag with Sausage

Container with Vegetables and Wine

Container with Marinara Sauce

Package with Pasta

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Heat saucepan or skillet and add sausage. Cook 5-6 minutes, breaking up sausage into bits with a wooden spoon. Add vegetables and wine and cook for 3 more minutes. Add marinara sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.

3.        Cook pasta according to directions and drain

4.        Serve sauce over the cooked pasta

 

Per Serving : 897 Calories; 53g Fat (54.3% calories from fat); 26g Protein; 74g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 86mg Cholesterol; 1455mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 1/2 Grain(Starch); 2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 9 Fat.

 

Citrus Salmon with Sweet & Sour Mango Salsa     

Serves 4

 

Stovetop to oven: 15 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Salmon or Pork

Ziploc with Spice Mix

Containers with Sweet & Sour Mango Salsa

Ziploc with Orzo Pasta

From your pantry: 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 12-24 hours. Preheat oven to 400º

2.        Empty Spice Mix into Ziploc meat and coat thoroughly

3.        Heat a large non-stick skillet on the stove on med-high heat. Add 2 Tablespoons oil and brown meat for 30 seconds on each side (do not burn)

4.        Place entire pan in oven for 8-9 minutes for Salmon or 15 minutes for Pork

5.        Prepare orzo pasta according to label on Ziploc

6.        Serve with Sweet & Sour Mango Salsa and orzo pasta

 

Per Serving : 280 Calories; 7g Fat (22.7% calories from fat); 38g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 89mg Cholesterol; 608mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 5 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

         

Citrus Pork with Sweet & Sour Mango Salsa

Serves 4

 

Stovetop to oven: 15 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Salmon or Pork

Ziploc with Spice Mix

Containers with Sweet & Sour Mango Salsa

Ziploc with Orzo Pasta

From your pantry: 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 12-24 hours. Preheat oven to 400º

2.        Empty Spice Mix into Ziploc meat and coat thoroughly

3.        Heat a large non-stick skillet on the stove on med-high heat. Add 2 Tablespoons oil and brown meat for 30 seconds on each side (do not burn)

4.        Place entire pan in oven for 8-9 minutes for Salmon or 15 minutes for Pork

5.        Prepare orzo pasta according to label on Ziploc

6.        Serve with Sweet & Sour Mango Salsa and orzo pasta

 

Per Serving : 227 Calories; 7g Fat (27.7% calories from fat); 25g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 53mg Cholesterol; 538mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Pork Chile Verde Stew   

Serves 4-6

 

Stovetop: 10 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Chile Verde Stew

Bag with Tortilla Strips

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Pour contents of containers into a large saucepot and heat slowly on the stove until hot (can also be microwaved)

3.        Garnish with tortilla strips

 

Per Serving : 204 Calories; 8g Fat (36.7% calories from fat); 17g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 42mg Cholesterol; 841mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Chef Dane’s Savory Two Pepper Tri-Tip

with Portobello Mushroom Sauce 

Serves  6

 

Oven or BBQ: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Bag with Marinated Tri-Tip

Bag of Mashed Potatoes

Containers of Portobello Mushroom Sauce

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Oven: Preheat the oven to 375º. Place Tri-Tip on a roasting pan and bake for 10-12 minutes per side for medium

3.        BBQ: Place Tri-Tip on grill over medium heat and cook for 7-10 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 125º for medium-rare

4.        Warm sauce and potatoes in separate saucepans on stovetop or in the microwave

5.        When beef is cooked to desired doneness, remove from heat. Let rest 10 minutes. Slice diagonally across grain and serve with mushroom sauce and potatoes

 

Per Serving : 330 Calories; 23g Fat (62.5% calories from fat); 24g Protein; 6g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 73mg Cholesterol; 481mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 2 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Twin All-American All-Beef  Angus Meatloaves

with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy                      

Serves 6-8

 

Oven – 60 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with All American Meatloaf

Ziplocs with Mashed Potatoes

Containers of Mushroom Gravy

 

6.        Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator

7.         Preheat oven to 350º

8.        Cook Potatoes according to directions on Ziploc

9.        Bake Meatloaves, uncovered, for 50-60 minutes or until internal temperature reads 155º

10.    Warm gravy in sauce pan or in microwave and stir before serving.

 

Per Serving : 477 Calories; 31g Fat (59.8% calories from fat); 29g Protein; 18g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 132mg Cholesterol; 828mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 4 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

January Menu

 

Korean Style USDA Choice Boneless Short Ribs

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 344 Calories; 17g Fat (44.0% calories from fat); 33g Protein; 14g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 76mg Cholesterol; 1941mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain Starch); 4 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 1 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven or Grill: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Beef

Container with Korean Marinade

Ziploc with White Rice

From Your Pantry: Nonstick Spray

 

6.        Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours – Pour Korean marinade into bag and let marinate for up to 8 hours.

7.         Oven/Broiler: Preheat oven to 425º. Broil meat on a foil covered sheet pan coated with nonstick spray for 3-4 minutes per side.

8.        BBQ: Grill for 3-4 minutes each side

9.        Cook White rice according to directions on package.

 

Coconut Chicken with Two Sauces and Noodle Salad

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 319 Calories; 8g Fat (22.7% calories from fat); 33g Protein; 28g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 86mg Cholesterol; 513mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 4 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 1 Fat; 1 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Coconut Shrimp with Two Sauces and Noodle Salad

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 277 Calories; 10g Fat (33.6% calories from fat); 24g Protein; 23g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 193mg Cholesterol; 875mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 Grain (Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fruit; 2 Fat.

 

Stovetop to Oven: 25 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Coconut Chicken or Shrimp

Container with Sweet Mango Sauce

Container with Thai Red Curry Sauce

Package of Soba Noodles

Container with Noodle Salad Dressing

From Your Pantry: 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours.

2.        Preheat oven to 400º.

3.        Meanwhile heat a non-stick pan on stove with 1 tbsp vegetable oil on medium-high heat.

4.        Cook chicken or shrimp 30-40 seconds a side until crispy and brown. DO NOT LET BURN.

5.        Place entire pan in oven and bake 15-18 minutes for chicken or 7-8 minutes for shrimp or until internal temperature is165º for chicken or 155º for shrimp.

6.        Prepare noodles according to directions and serve with dressing.

7.         Serve chicken or shrimp with warmed sauces for dipping and noodle salad.

 

Beef Taco Pies

Serves 8-12

 

Based on 12 servings: Per Serving : 671 Calories; 39g Fat (52.1% calories from fat); 27g Protein; 54g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 74mg Cholesterol; 803mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 1/2 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 6 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Turkey Taco Pies

Serves 8-12

 

Based on 12 servings: Per Serving : 650 Calories; 36g Fat (49.8% calories from fat); 28g Protein; 54g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 78mg Cholesterol; 812mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 1/2 Grain (Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 2 Vegetable; 5 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven and Microwave: 40 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Taco Filling

Ziploc with Cheese

Ziploc with Tortilla Chips

Pie Shells

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours.

2.        Preheat oven to 350º.

3.        Unwrap empty pie shells and place in center of oven. Bake for 20 minutes.

4.        Meanwhile, microwave taco filling until heated through.

5.        Spread filling into pie crusts, top with bag of shredded cheese and tortilla chips, and bake an additional 20 minutes.

 

Pork Spare Ribs with Two Sauces

Serves 6-8

 

Based on 8 servings: Per Serving : 538 Calories; 40g Fat (69.1% calories from fat); 41g Protein; 0g Carbohydrate; 0g Dietary Fiber; 125mg Cholesterol; 150mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 5 1/2 Lean Meat; 4 1/2 Fat.

 

Oven or BBQ: 25 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Pork Ribs

Container with Sweet Hickory Smoke BBQ Sauce

Container with Raspberry Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours.

2.        Oven/Broiler: Preheat oven to 350º. Bake meat on a foil covered sheet pan for 20-25 minutes.

3.        BBQ: Heat ribs for 20-25 minutes.

4.        FOR BOTH: After 10 minutes on the heat, baste with your desired sauce. Continue heating as directed for your chosen cooking method.

 

Greek Pastitsio – USDA Angus Beef

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 403 Calories; 16g Fat (35.7% calories from fat); 27g Protein; 37g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 66mg Cholesterol; 835mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 1 Fat.

 

Greek Pastitsio – Mushroom and Onion

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 218 Calories; 4g Fat (14.8% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 39g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 3mg Cholesterol; 784mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain (Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat.

 

Oven: 35 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Greek Pastitsio

 

5.        Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

6.        Preheat the oven to 350º

7.         Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes

8.        Let cool for 10 minutes before serving

 

Basa Fish Filets with Indian Goan Style Coconut Curry

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 4 servings: Per Serving : 584 Calories; 20g Fat (31.7% calories from fat); 46g Protein; 52g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 136mg Cholesterol; 176mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 1/2 Grain (Starch); 5 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 4 Fat.

 

Oven or BBQ: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Packets

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 12-24 hours

2.        For Oven: Preheat Oven to 400º

3.        Place foil packets on a sheet pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the packets reaches 145º

4.        BBQ: Place packets over indirect heat and grill for the same as above

5.        Serve packets directly on plates and open carefully. There will be steam.

 

Italian Short Rib Osso Bucco

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 487 Calories; 26g Fat (49.8% calories from fat); 46g Protein; 13g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 110mg Cholesterol; 938mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Grain (Starch); 6 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Osso Bucco

Package of Spaghetti

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Slowly heat osso bucco in saucepan over medium heat until hot.

3.        Prepare spaghetti according to directions on label.

4.        Serve osso bucco over spaghetti.

 

Porcini & White Mushroom Risotto

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 374 Calories; 11g Fat (27.7% calories from fat); 12g Protein; 54g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 19mg Cholesterol; 751mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 3 Grain (Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 10 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Risotto

From Your Pantry: Parmesan Cheese (optional)

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Heat a heavy 3 quart sauce pan and add ½ cup to 1 cup of water per container of risotto. More water will yield a looser texture, less will yield a more paste-y texture.

3.        Heat risotto slowly, stirring until just simmering, about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese to taste.

 

Chicken Provençal

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 526 Calories; 43g Fat (74.2% calories from fat); 27g Protein; 6g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 106mg Cholesterol; 735mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 6 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop: 45-55 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Chicken Provençal

Ziploc with Orzo

From Your Pantry: ¼ cup White Wine or Vermouth

Optional: Parmesan Cheese

 

1.         Thaw completely.

2.        Preheat oven to 400º.

3.        Pour chicken in a 9”x13” Pyrex dish (or similar) in a single layer, with other ingredients on top.

4.        Pour ¼ cup wine or vermouth around chicken.

5.        Bake for 45-55 minutes until juices run clear or until internal temperature reaches 160º.

6.        Prepare orzo according to directions on bag.

7.         Serve chicken with orzo and sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired.

 

Spaghetti and Beef Meatballs Party

Serves 10

 

Based on 12 servings: Per Serving : 716 Calories; 28g Fat (36.0% calories from fat); 35g Protein; 77g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 147mg Cholesterol; 1148mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 5 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 3 1/2 Fat.

 

Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs Party

Serves 10

 

Based on 12 servings: Per Serving : 586 Calories; 15g Fat (23.0% calories from fat); 33g Protein; 77g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 80mg Cholesterol; 1163mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 5 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1 Fat.

 

Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pan with Meatballs

Containers with Marinara Sauce

Ziploc with Parmesan Cheese

Packages with Spaghetti

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º

3.        Bake meatballs in pan, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes turning once

4.        Meanwhile, cook pasta according to directions on package and warm Marinara Sauce slowly in a saucepan until hot

5.        Optionally, meatballs can simmer in a large saucepan with sauce for 30 minutes after baking to bring out more flavor

6.        Serve meatballs with sauce and spaghetti. Garnish with parmesan cheese

 

Pork Carnitas Enchiladas Rojo

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 8 servings: Per Serving : 585 Calories; 35g Fat (53.5% calories from fat); 32g Protein; 36g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 123mg Cholesterol; 594mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain (Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 4 1/2 Fat.

 

Chicken Enchiladas Rojo

Serves 4 -6

 

Based on 8 servings: Per Serving : 491 Calories; 26g Fat (46.9% calories from fat); 30g Protein; 36g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 107mg Cholesterol; 582mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain (Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 4 Fat.

 

Black Bean and Tofu Enchiladas Rojo

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 8 servings: Per Serving : 494 Calories; 29g Fat (51.5% calories from fat); 22g Protein; 40g Carbohydrate; 7g Dietary Fiber; 77mg Cholesterol; 614mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain (Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 4 1/2 Fat.

 

Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pans with Enchilas Rojo

 

1.         Thaw completely,

2.        Preheat the oven to 350º.

3.        Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165º.

 

CLASSICS

 

40 Clove Garlic Chicken

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 Servings: Per Serving : 242 Calories; 6g Fat (23.9% calories from fat); 34g Protein; 12g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 92mg Cholesterol; 469mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop to Oven: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Chicken

Containers with Vin Blanc Sauce

Ziploc with Orzo Pasta

 

7.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

8.        Preheat oven to 350º

9.        On stovetop, brown chicken (no more than 1 minute per side) in a nonstick pan

10.    Spread chicken evenly in pan, add garlic & herbs from bag and cover with Vin Blanc Sauce

11.     Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken is 160º

12.    Place chicken on plates and pour sauce over

 

Black Chicago Tri-tip

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 4 Servings: Per Serving : 529 Calories; 37g Fat (63.6% calories from fat); 45g Protein; 3g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 148mg Cholesterol; 1612mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 6 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 3 1/2 Fat.

 

Oven or BBQ: 30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Bag/s with Marinated Tri-Tip

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        For Caribbean only, put spice rub on a shallow plate and dredge Tri-Tip through, coating thoroughly

3.        Oven: Preheat the oven to 375º. Place Tri-Tip on a roasting pan and bake for 10-12 minutes per side for medium

4.        BBQ: Place Tri-Tip on grill over medium heat and cook for 10-12 minutes per side for medium

5.        When cooked to desired doneness, slice diagonally across grain and serve

 

Chicken Pad Thai

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 Servings: Per Serving : 517 Calories; 16g Fat (28.6% calories from fat); 18g Protein; 74g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 174mg Cholesterol; 173mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 Grain(Starch); 2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 2 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Individual Ziplocs with the following:

Chicken, Pork, Vegetables, Eggs, Peanuts

Container with Thai Sauce

Package with Noodles

 

1.         Thaw in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Cook rice noodles according to directions

3.        Heat 1 Tablespoon oil to a large pot or saucepan, add pork, cook and break up with a fork for 3-4 minutes. Add Chicken & cook 4-5 minutes more.

4.        Add vegetable packet & sauce. Simmer for 2 more minutes. Add Rice Noodles & Eggs. Stir gently until hot.

5.        Divide Pad Thai between plates & garnish with Peanuts.

 

Homemade Turkey Chile

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving : 359 Calories; 8g Fat (19.1% calories from fat); 29g Protein; 45g Carbohydrate; 16g Dietary Fiber; 64mg Cholesterol; 357mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 1/2 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop – 10 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

2 Quart Containers with Turkey Chile

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 12-36 hours

2.        Empty contents of containers into a 3-4 quart saucepan

3.        Cover and heat slowly on the stove for 10-15 minutes

 

Philly Cheese Steak Six-Pack

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 Servings: Per Serving : 822 Calories; 35g Fat (39.1% calories from fat); 39g Protein; 84g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 96mg Cholesterol; 1028mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 5 Grain (Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 5 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Stovetop – 10 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziploc with Steak

Package with Rolls

Ziploc with Cheese

Ziploc with Onions, Peppers & Mushrooms

Ziploc with Pepperoncinis

From your Pantry: Salt & Pepper

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 12-36 hours

2.        Heat a large skillet on the stove on high heat. Sprinkle salt & pepper liberally on steaks. Add steak and stir several times to heat.

3.        Add Ziploc with vegetables and stir several times to heat through

4.        Remove pan from heat and add cheese

5.        Place 1-2 scoops of steak into pre-sliced rolls

6.        Garnish with pepperoncinis if you wish

 

Shrimp Scampi with Pasta

Serves 4-6

 

Based on 6 Servings: Per Serving : 580 Calories; 22g Fat (34.3% calories from fat); 34g Protein; 60g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 232mg Cholesterol; 522mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 3 1/2 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Bags with Shrimp

Container with Hotel Butter

Containers with Vin Blanc Sauce

Package with Pasta

Ziploc with Parmesan Cheese

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Cook pasta according to directions, rinse in cold water & drain

3.        In a large pot or pan melt Hotel Butter. Add thawed shrimp and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Add Vin Blanc Sauce and simmer for 3 more minutes. Add cooked pasta and cook until heated through

4.        Use tongs to place pasta on plates or in a bowl. Cover with remaining sauce.

5.        Garnish with Parmesan & Parsley (optional)

 

Twin Individual Wellingtons

with Blue Cheese Scalloped Potatoes

Serves 2-4

 

Based on 4 servings: Per Serving : 361 Calories; 27g Fat (68.1% calories from fat); 15g Protein; 14g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 50mg Cholesterol; 354mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 4 1/2 Fat.

 

Oven: 20-30 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Pan with Wellingtons

Scalloped Blue Cheese Potatoes

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Preheat oven to 425°F.

3.        Place Scalloped Potatoes in the oven, covered

4.        Place Wellingtons on sheet pan and bake for 16-19 min for medium rare.  Pastry should be golden brown.  For medium-well done: lower oven temperature to 350ºF after 15 min and bake 8-10 more minutes.

5.        Internal temperature should be 130-140ºF

6.        Remove both Wellingtons & Scalloped Potatoes

 

World’s Best Smoked Baby Back Ribs

Serves 4

 

Based on 4 Servings: Per Serving : 638 Calories; 51g Fat (73.0% calories from fat); 35g Protein; 7g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 171mg Cholesterol; 620mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 4 1/2 Lean Meat; 7 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

BBQ or Oven: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Package with Baby Back Ribs

Container with BBQ Dipping Sauce

 

1.         Thaw entrée completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours

2.        Note: Ribs are pre-cooked and smoked. The smoking process will cause them to appear pink inside.

3.        For BBQ: Heat ribs in foil on a medium-hot grill, covered, for 15 minutes. Serve with BBQ dipping sauce and Baked Beans.

4.        For Oven: Preheat the oven to 300º.
Bake ribs in foil on a sheet pan for 15-20 minutes. Serve with BBQ dipping sauce.

 

Baked Diver Scallops

Serves 4

 

Based on 4 Servings: Per Serving : 435 Calories; 25g Fat (52.9% calories from fat); 31g Protein; 19g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 118mg Cholesterol; 683mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 5 Fat.

 

Oven: 25 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Scallops & Breadcrumbs

Ziploc with Hotel Butter

Lemon

 

1.         Thaw in refrigerator for 12-24 hours

2.        Drain thawed scallops in a colander

3.        Preheat oven to 400º. Microwave Hotel Butter for 40 seconds. Cover bottom of a pyrex or oven-safe dish with butter.

4.        Place scallops in dish, equally spaced. Drizzle lemon juice from lemon then breadcrumbs over.

5.        Bake for 18 minutes

6.        Serve with lemon slices

 

Lobster Ravioli with Pink Sherry Cream Sauce

Serves 4

 

Based on 4 Servings: Per Serving: 493 Calories; 30g Fat (54.6% calories from fat); 18g Protein; 38g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 219mg Cholesterol; 967mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain(Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 5 1/2 Fat.

 

 

Stovetop: 10 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Raviolis (keep frozen)

Containers with Pink Sherry Cream Sauce

Lemon

Optional: Parsley for garnish

 

1.         Thaw sauce only in refrigerator for 12-24 hours

2.        Boil water in a large pot. Add frozen raviolis to water and a pinch of salt. Lower heat until it simmers only and cook until pasta floats plus one more minute. Strain in  a colander.

3.        Warm Sherry Cream Sauce in a large pot on low. Thin with a little water if you like. Add raviolis to pot with sauce and coat.

4.        Spoon onto a plate and garnish with parsley & lemon (optional)

 

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Serves 6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 346 Calories; 18g Fat (45.9% calories from fat); 24g Protein; 22g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 106mg Cholesterol; 527mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 3 Fat.

 

Stovetop: 15 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Containers with Soup

 

1.         Thaw in refrigerator for 12-24 hours.

2.        Warm soup slowly in a saucepot until hot.

3.        Serve soup in bowls.

 

Korean Style Boneless Short Ribs

Serves 6

 

Based on 6 servings: Per Serving: 344 Calories; 17g Fat (44.0% calories from fat); 33g Protein; 14g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 76mg Cholesterol; 1941mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 4 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 1 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

 

Oven or Grill: 20 Minutes

Your entrée includes the following:

Ziplocs with Beef

Container with Korean Marinade

Ziploc with White Rice

From Your Pantry: Nonstick Spray

 

1.         Thaw completely in refrigerator for 24-48 hours – Pour Korean marinade into bag and let marinate for up to 8 hours.

2.        Oven/Broiler: Preheat oven to 425º. Broil meat on a foil covered sheetpan coated with nonstick spray for 3-4 minutes per side.

3.        BBQ: Grill for 3-4 minutes each side

4.        Cook White rice according to directions on package.

 

 

 

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