Capellini with Tomatoes, Garlic, and Basil

Ingredients:

olive oil cooking spray
8 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3 cups (960 g) seeded and diced fresh tomatoes
1 cup (60 g) fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) kosher salt (optional)
freshly ground pepper to taste
8 ounces (240 g) capellini
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
3 tablespoons (27 g) shaved Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1.Lightly coat a heavy nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Place over medium heat and add the garlic slices. Cook slowly until garlic is lightly and evenly browned. Reduce heat to low and add tomatoes, basil, salt (if using), and pepper. Cook just until the tomatoes are heated through, about 3 minutes.

2.Meanwhile, cook capellini according to package directions to al dente; drain and place on a pasta plate or in a large bowl. Drizzle pasta with olive oil and toss to evenly coat. Arrange the hot tomato mixture on top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese shavings. Serve at once, tossing the mixture as you serve.

Amount of Servings: 6
Calories:201
Total Fat: 4g
Sodium:70 mg
Total Carbohydrates:34g
Protein:7grams

Receipe Courtesy of www.Endocrineweb.com

Pozole

Pozole is a ritually significant and traditional Pre-Columbian soup or stew. Pozole meand "foamy". It continues to be popular in Mexico and the Southwestern United States. It is often served at celebrations and major events. Pozole exists in numberous various variations with pork, beef, and chicken as the main meat.

Pozole

Ingredients:

2 pounds lean beef cubed
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 can(15 ounces)stewed tomatoes
2 ounces tomato paste
1 can (1 pound 13 ounces)hominy

Directions:
In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add beef and saute
Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper, cilantro, and enough water to cover meat. Stir to mix ingredients evenly. Cover pot and cook over low heat until meat is tender.
Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Continue cooking for about 20 minutes.
Add hominy and continue cooking for another 15 minutes, stirring occassionally. If too thick, add water for desired consistency.

Optional: Skinless, boneless chicken breasts can be used instead of beef cubes.

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 220, Total Fat:7g, Sodium: 390mg, Total Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 21g

From NDEP- National Diabetes Education Program