Healthy Recipes

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SESAME NOODLES WITH BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN

(Espaguetty de Ajonjoli con Brocoli y Pollo)

This recipe contains whole grains. Making half your grains whole may help protect you against many chronic diseases. Ingredients
8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti noodles 12 ounces frozen broccoli 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 cup cooked, diced chicken breast 2 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Directions
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside. 2. Mix together sugar, soy sauce and vinegar in small bowl. Set aside. 3. Heat oil in large saut pan or skillet. Add garlic and broccoli and cook on medium until soft. 4. Add chicken and cook until heated through. 5. Add pasta and soy sauce mixture, and mix well. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. 6. Refrigerate leftovers within 2-3 hours.

Tips
Substitute diced tofu or a can of drained garbanzo beans for chicken. No broccoli? Use peas, green beans, or mixed veggies. Flavor boosters: red chili flakes, sliced green onions, and/or a teaspoon of sesame oil.

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Source: Oregon State University Extension Service. For more recipes and other resources on eating well for less, visit the OSU web site at http://www.healthyrecipes.oregonstate.edu.
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