Creamy Tortellini Soup

Makes: 4 servings

Prep: 20 mins Cook: 5 hrs to 6 hrs(low) or 2-1/2 to 3 hours (high)

 Ingredients

• 1  1 1/2 - 2 ounce envelope white sauce mix
  
  
• 4   cups water
• 1  14 ounce can vegetable broth
  
  
• 1 1/2   cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1/2  cup chopped onion
• 3  cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2  teaspoon dried basil, crushed
• 1/4  teaspoon salt
• 1/4  teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
• 1/8  teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1  7 - 8 ounce package dried cheese tortellini (about 2 cups)
• 1  12 ounce can evaporated milk
• 6  cups fresh baby spinach leaves or torn spinach
• Ground black pepper (optional)
• Finely shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
   
  Directions

  1. Place dry white sauce mix in a 3-1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. Gradually add the water to the white sauce mix, stirring until smooth. Stir in broth, mushrooms, onion, garlic, basil, salt, oregano, and cayenne pepper.

  2. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 5 to 6 hours or on high-heat setting for 2-1/2 to 3 hours.

  3. Stir in dried tortellini. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 1 hour more or high-heat setting for 45 minutes more.

  4. Stir in evaporated milk and fresh spinach. If desired, sprinkle individual servings with black pepper and Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 servings.

  Nutrition Facts (Creamy Tortellini Soup)

  • Servings Per Recipe 4,
  • Calories 450,
  • Protein (gm) 22,
  • Carbohydrate (gm) 53,
  • Fat, total (gm) 18,
  • Cholesterol (mg) 34,
  • Saturated fat (gm) 7,
  • Dietary Fiber, total (gm) 2,
  • Sodium (mg) 1710,
  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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   http://www.bhg.com/recipe/soups/creamy-tortellini-soup/

 

Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry Lemonade~Packed full of nutrients!

There is nothing like a refreshing lemonade in the summertime.  My boys actually love this drink all year round.  This is a-ok with me because little do they know it is packed full of green leafy Kale.  Kale is loaded with nutrients like the best form of B vitamins, antioxidants, vitamin C, A, K, and contains ITC (isothiocyanates) among many others which aids in our detox pathways.  I always add coconut oil to my smoothies because of its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-fungal healing properties.  It boost the immune system and is wonderful for the skin and hair.  Enjoy your summer with this yummy drink!
All ingredients are organic:)

2 Cups filtered water

1 T. coconut Oil
1 T. organic pure maple syrup
2 T. fresh or bottled lemon juice
1 Cup Kale or large handful
1 bag of strawberries
add a few blueberries to cut the “green” color (if it matters to your children)
add Sun Is Shining – Green Superfood (raw, organic & wildcrafted ingredients) for total goodness…
Throw all ingredients into the Vitamix and blend until very smooth. You can also try variations of fruit and also spinach with it too.  Enjoy!

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Smoothie to attck fat.

Hello smoothie……bye bye tummy!

Smoothie that attacks the tummy fat!

This smoothie is rich in digestion supporting ingredients, it will help prevent bloating and digestive stress that are the main cause of stubborn belly fat!

• 3/4 c. papaya
• 3/4c. sliced peaches
• 1/2 pear, sliced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger
• 2 mint leaves
• Water to thin

http://homemadediva.tumblr.com/post/16263687134/hello-smoothie-bye-bye-tummy

Cookies & Cream Milkshake (118 Calories)

Ingredients

1 cup reduced-fat (1%) milk or ½ cup fat-free and ½ cup reduced-fat 2%
2½ reduced-fat Oreo cookies
1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding (dry mix)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 package Splenda or Equal
1½ cups ice cubes

Directions

1. Add all the ingredients in a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Add a few more ice cubes if the shake isn’t thick enough.
2. Serve at once.
Makes 2 (1 cup) servings

for 1 serving
118 calories, 2.5g fat, 3g protein, 20g carbs, 0g fiber, 181mg sodium, 8g sugar

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/517684-skinny-oreo-cookies-and-cream-milkshake