Healthy Food Recipes

Ingredients :

·         2 eggplants or 4 zuchinni, tomatoes,bell peppers, or onions*

·         3/4 c. uncooked rice

·         1 tbsp. olive oil

·         1/3 lb. lean ground lamb or beef

·         1 large onion, chopped

·         1 clove garlic, minced

·         1/3 c. pine nuts (optional)

·         8-oz. can crushed tomatoes

·         1/2 tsp. cinnamon

·         1/2 tsp. allspice

·         1/4 c. fresh parsley, finely chopped

·         1/2 tsp. salt

·         1/4 tsp. black pepper

How To Make :

·         Prepare vegetables for stuffing.

·          Rinse rice well in a colander under running water. Place in a bowl, cover with warm water, and soak.

·         Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add meat. Using a spatula or spoon to break up any lumps, cook 5 minutes, or until meat begins to brown. Add onion, garlic, and pine nuts (if using) to pan and sauté 3 to 5 minutes more.

·         Add tomatoes, cinnamon, allspice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well, cover pan, and simmer 10 minutes.

·         Drain rice and add to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes longer.

·         Fill vegetables of your choice. Place stuffed veggies in a baking dish with 1/2 c. water and cover with aluminum foil. Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes

Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time:1 hour 20 minutes Serves 4

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