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Pasta Fagiole

Pasta Fagiole

Yield 4
Author Judy Doherty
Prep time
5 Min
Cook time
20 Min
Total time
25 Min
Pasta e fagioli, often pronounced "pasta fazool" in American English, is an Italian dish that translates to "pasta and beans." It is a hearty and flavorful soup made with pasta, beans, and vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and diced
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced
  • 1 14.5 ounce can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 14.5 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning (salt-free)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes or Aleppo pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the oil and saute the onions and garlic for a few minutes.
  2. Add the broth, chicken, pinto beans, and all seasonings except the pepper and parsley.
  3. Bring to a boil, cover, and lower the heat to a simmer.
  4. Cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is done.
  5. Top with pepper flakes and chopped parsley, and serve hot.
  6. You can freeze leftovers in portion-sized containers for future use.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

217.68

Fat

4.41 g

Sat. Fat

0.93 g

Carbs

28.26 g

Fiber

8.18 g

Net carbs

20.07 g

Sugar

7.33 g

Protein

18.32 g

Sodium

465.32 mg

Cholesterol

53.67 mg
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Greek Style Chicken Cauliflower Stew

Greek Style Chicken Cauliflower Stew

Yield 4
Author Judy Doherty
Prep time
10 Min
Cook time
25 Min
Total time
35 Min
This stew is based on cauliflower and tomato with chicken and lentils. It is easy to make and sure to be a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 4 chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cooked lentils (about one can, drained)
  • 1/2 head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes, no salt added
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • Garnish: 1 kalamata olive, mint leaves, crushed red pepper or Aleppo pepper

Instructions

  1. Saute the garlic and olive oil in a large Dutch oven pan over medium heat. Add the onion and chicken. Cook until golden
  2. Add the lentils, cauliflower, tomatoes and broth, Bring to a boil then lower to a simmer. Cover and cook 25 minutes until the chicken and cauliflower are done. Stir occasionally.
  3. Garnish with an olive, mint, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

383.8

Fat

20.58 g

Sat. Fat

5.37 g

Carbs

25.49 g

Fiber

8.2 g

Net carbs

17.3 g

Sugar

8.26 g

Protein

26.57 g

Sodium

404.79 mg

Cholesterol

110.74 mg
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Red Curry Chicken Over Brown Rice

Red Curry Chicken Over Brown Rice

Yield 4
Author Judy Doherty
Prep time
10 Min
Cook time
25 Min
Total time
35 Min
Red curry chicken is a popular Thai dish known for its flavorful and aromatic combination of ingredients. It typically features chicken cooked in a rich and spicy red curry sauce made with red curry paste, coconut milk, and various herbs and spices. Here's a basic recipe for red curry chicken:

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup minced red bell pepper
  • 3 chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Red Curry Paste
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 2 cups pureed pumpkin or butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons cream or coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth, low sodium
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen green beans cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves
  • Pinch red pepper flakes for each plate

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven pan, saute the garlic and red pepper in the olive oil. Cook for a few minutes until nutty.
  2. Add the chicken and sauté together for a few minutes.
  3. Add the red curry paste, fish sauce, pumpkin or squash, cream, broth, and green beans. Bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer
  4. Cook all together for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the green beans are tender, stirring frequently.
  5. Serve the red curry over the brown rice. Garnish with basil leaves. Top with a little crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

397.23

Fat

19.6 g

Sat. Fat

5.97 g

Carbs

37.51 g

Fiber

5.04 g

Net carbs

32.48 g

Sugar

4.14 g

Protein

19.41 g

Sodium

209.94 mg

Cholesterol

83.06 mg
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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Judy’s passion for cooking began with helping her grandmother make raisin oatmeal for breakfast. From there, she earned her first food service job at 15, was accepted to the world-famous Culinary Institute of America at 18 (where she graduated second in her class), and went on to the Fachschule Richemont in Switzerland, where she focused on pastry arts and baking. After a decade in food service for Hyatt Hotels, Judy launched Food and Health Communications to focus on flavor and health. She graduated with Summa Cum Laude distinction from Johnson and Wales University with a BS in Culinary Arts, holds a master’s degree in Food Business from the Culinary Institute of America, two art certificates from UC Berkeley Extension, and runs a food photography & motion studio where her love is creating fun recipes and content.

Judy received The Culinary Institute of America’s Pro Chef II certification, the American Culinary Federation Bronze Medal, Gold Medal, and ACF Chef of the Year. Her enthusiasm for eating nutritiously and deliciously leads her to constantly innovate and use the latest nutritional science and Dietary Guidelines to guide her creativity, from putting new twists on fajitas to adapting Italian brownies to include ingredients like toasted nuts and cooked honey. Judy’s publishing company, Food and Health Communications, is dedicated to her vision that everyone can make food that tastes as good as it is for you.

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