Beef And Salsa With Dumplings

Beef And Salsa With Dumplings

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean at least 80% ground beef
  • 1 jar chunky-style salsa 2 cups
  • 1 can dark red kidney beans undrained
  • 1 can 7 oz vacuum-packed whole kernel corn, undrained
  • 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1½ cups Original Bisquick mix
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup shredded Colby–Monterey Jack cheese 2 oz, if desired

Instructions

  • n 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned; drain.
  • Stir in salsa, beans, corn, tomato sauce and 1 teaspoon of the chili powder.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low.
  • In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, remaining 1 teaspoon chili powder and the milk until soft dough forms.
  • Drop dough by 6 spoonfuls onto simmering beef mixture.
  • Cover; cook about 20 minutes or until dumplings are light and fluffy inside.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover; cook about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Notes & Wine Advice

Quick Variation:
Make an equally delicious and quick meal by substituting ground turkey breast for the ground beef.
Healthy twist :
To reduce the fat to about 7 grams and the calories to about 340 per serving, use 12 ounces extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef and 1½ cups Bisquick Heart Smart mix.

Nutrition values

Calories: 390 kcal
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Beef and kasha mexicana

Beef and kasha mexicana

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb extra-lean at least 90% ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped (½ cup)
  • 1 cup uncooked buckwheat kernels or groats kasha
  • 1 can 14½ oz diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can 4½ oz chopped green chiles, undrained
  • 2 cups frozen whole kernel corn thawed
  • 1 package 1 oz 40% less-sodium taco seasoning mix
  • 1½ cups water
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese 4 oz
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro if desired
  • 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives if desired

Instructions

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in kasha until kernels are moistened by beef mixture.
  • Stir in tomatoes, chiles, corn, taco seasoning mix and water.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until kasha is tender.
  • Sprinkle cheese over kasha mixture.
  • Cover; cook 2 to Minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro and olives.

Nutrition values

Calories: 300 kcal
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Spaghetti Ragu With Fresh Basil

Spaghetti Ragu With Fresh Basil

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium onions diced (about 3 cups)
  • 2 medium carrots diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 lb lean at least 80% ground beef
  • ¼ cup canned tomato paste
  • 1 can 28 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 carton 32 oz beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 lb uncooked spaghetti
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2 oz
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • In Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Cook onions, carrots and salt in oil 5 to 8 minutes or until softened.
  • Add beef; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned.
  • Stir in tomato paste and tomatoes.
  • Stir in broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper; heat to simmering.
  • Break spaghetti in half, then thoroughly rinse under cold water.
  • Tuck spaghetti into simmering liquid, covering completely.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 13 to 15 minutes or until spaghetti is tender and sauce is reduced slightly.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese and basil.

Notes & Wine Advice


Quick Variation:
Mix up this dish with different shapes of pasta, like penne or fusilli.
Healthy twist :
For an extra veggie boost, stir in a couple of cups of spinach or baby kale just before serving.

Nutrition values

Calories: 630 kcal
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Pasta With Italian Meatballs

Pasta With Italian Meatballs

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 jar 25.5 oz tomato pasta sauce (any flavor)
  • 1½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 20 frozen cooked Italian-style or regular meatballs 1 inch
  • 1 can 2¼ oz sliced ripe olives, drained
  • Grated Parmesan cheese if desired

Instructions

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat water and pasta sauce to boiling.
  • Stir in macaroni, meatballs and olives.
  • Return to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition values

Calories: 790 kcal
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Cuisine; European / Italian

Broccoli-Cheese Chicken And Rice Skillet

Broccoli-Cheese Chicken And Rice Skillet

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 package 14 oz chicken breast strips for stir-fry
  • 1 can creamy portabella mushroom cooking sauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • â…› teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bag frozen broccoli cauliflower and carrots, thawed
  • 1½ cups uncooked instant white rice
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 4 oz

Instructions

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is lightly browned and no longer pink in center.
  • Add cooking sauce, salt and pepper; heat to boiling.
  • Stir in vegetables and rice; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Cover; let stand 5 to 7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition values

Calories: 490 kcal
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Basil-Chicken Ravioli Carbonara

Basil-chicken ravioli carbonara on a rustic wooden table

Basil-Chicken Ravioli Carbonara

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Ingredients

  • 1 package 14 oz chicken breast pieces for stir-fry
  • 1 can creamy Parmesan-basil cooking sauce
  • 1 package 9 oz refrigerated four-cheese ravioli
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • ¼ cup cooked real bacon pieces from a jar or package
  • Shredded Asiago or Parmesan cheese, if desired
  • Chopped fresh basil leaves or parsley, if desired

Instructions

  • Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken; cook 2 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned.
  • Add cooking sauce and ravioli to skillet.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium; cook uncovered 7 to 9 minutes or until ravioli are tender.
  • Stir in half-and-half.
  • Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until sauce is hot and desired consistency (cook longer for thicker sauce).
  • Sprinkle with bacon, cheese and basil.

Nutrition values

Calories: 480 kcal
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Spring Chicken Sauté

Spring Chicken Sauté

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh green beans cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or thyme leaves
  • 2 cups sliced yellow summer squash or zucchini
  • 1 can cannellini beans drained, rinsed
  • ¼ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher coarse salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • In covered 2-quart saucepan, cook green beans in small amount of boiling salted water 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Drain; place beans in enough ice water to cover.
  • Let stand until cool.
  • Drain again; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • In large bowl, toss chicken with oregano.
  • Add chicken to skillet; cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center.
  • Remove chicken from skillet; set aside.
  • Add squash to same skillet; cook and stir over medium-high heat Minutes.
  • Stir in green beans, cannellini beans, broth, garlic and chicken.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Add tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper; cook about 1 minute longer or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition values

Calories: -1250 kcal
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Chicken And Orzo Supper

Chicken And Orzo Supper

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into ½- to ¾-inch pieces
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1¾ cups chicken broth from 32-oz carton
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta 6 oz
  • 1 can Italian-style stewed tomatoes undrained
  • 1 medium zucchini cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into slices (2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and garlic; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is browned.
  • Stir in broth and orzo.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most of liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in tomatoes and zucchini.
  • Cook uncovered 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and breaking up tomatoes with spoon, until zucchini is tender and chicken is no longer pink.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.

Notes & Wine Advice

Quick Variation:

For a change of pace and a little stronger cheese flavor, substitute shredded Asiago cheese for the Parmesan. Look for it in containers or packages near the other cheeses.

Nutrition values

Calories: 350 kcal
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Easy Chicken With Tomatoes And Spinach

Easy Chicken With Tomatoes And Spinach

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 1¼ lb
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup dry white wine or water
  • 2 medium plum Roma tomatoes, sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 bag 6 oz fresh baby spinach leaves (about 3½ cups)

Instructions

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle chicken with garlic, oregano, seasoned salt and pepper.
  • Add chicken to skillet; cook 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • Stir wine into skillet.
  • Top chicken with tomato slices.
  • Cover; cook 2 to Minutes longer or until tomatoes are thoroughly heated.
  • Add spinach.
  • Cover; cook 2 to Minutes longer or until spinach is wilted.

Nutrition values

Calories: 230 kcal
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Cheesy Chicken Skillet Dinner

Cheesy Chicken Skillet Dinner

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1¼ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into ¾-inch pieces
  • 2 large carrots cut into â…›-inch slices (2 cups)
  • 1 medium zucchini cut into â…›-inch slices (2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 8 medium green onions sliced (½ cup)
  • 2 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese 8 oz

Instructions

  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add oil; tilt skillet to coat bottom.
  • Add chicken; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until no longer pink in center, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • In same skillet, cook carrots and zucchini 5 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
  • Add chicken and soy sauce; toss until chicken and vegetables are coated with soy sauce.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Sprinkle with green onions and cheese.
  • Cover; let stand 2 minutes to melt cheese.

Notes & Wine Advice

Quick Variation:
Change the flavor and substitute an Italian cheese blend for the Cheddar cheese.
Calories 210

Nutrition values

Calories: 210 kcal
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