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By Leanne Ely
Posted July 23rd, 2007
Leanne Ely is the author of Healthy Foods : An Irreverent Guide to Understanding Nutrition and Feeding Your Family Well, (2001, Champion Press (WI))
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Servings: 8
Author Notes: This healthy, fast, and frugal recipe is part of an article author Leanne Ely did for us on the same subject -- click here.
Ingredients: 12 ounces jumbo shells pasta (32 to 36 shells) -- uncooked
3/4 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 /4 cup oatmeal, raw
1 package (1.25-ounce) low-sodium taco seasoning mix (no msg)
1 cup water
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans with chilies
1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
3/4 cup mild, medium, or hot picante sauce
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions

Optional Garnishes:
grated low-fat cheddar cheese
chopped cilantro
salsa
guilt free guacamole
(see links below for recipes)
Instructions: Prepare pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, sauté beef in a large skillet until browned; drain well and add oatmeal. Add taco seasoning mix and water; simmer 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in beans and cheese. Cook until smooth and well-mixed. When pasta is done, drain well. Fill shells with beef mixture (1-2 tablespoons per shell). Combine picante sauce and tomato sauce in a saucepan. Cook until heated, stirring occasionally.

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spread 1/2 cup sauce over the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking pan that has been lightly greased. Place filled shells side by side on top of sauce; pour remaining sauce evenly over shells. Cover with a tent of aluminum foil; bake 35 to 40 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with green onions. Cover and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

Food Exchanges:
3 Grain (Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.



 

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