Bold taco flavors meet cozy pasta in this easy, crowd-pleasing bake. Makes about 8 servings Ingredients: 16 oz penne pasta 1 lb 95% lean ground beef 1 package taco seasoning mix  3/4 cup water 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese 4 oz 1/3 less fat cream cheese 1 jar of salsa Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large pot, boil water and cook pasta according to package directions.  In a large frying pan, on medium-high heat,

Juicy grilled steak tips served over crisp greens for a hearty salad that eats like a meal. Makes about 8 servings Ingredients: 2 lbs sirloin steak tips 1 bottle of prepared marinade (we like Stubbs Beef Marinade) For the salad: Fresh spinach leaves 2 cups crumbled feta 4 fresh tomatoes, chopped 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 whole cucumber, peeled and sliced Directions: Place steak tips in a large glass bowl and pour marinade over. Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge.

Fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor—perfect as a dip, topping, or side. Makes about 42 servings Ingredients: 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed 2 (16 oz) packages frozen corn 1 red onion, finely chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 T fresh garlic, minced 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped 1/4 cup lime juice 1 pinch ground cumin salt and pepper to taste Optional ingredients:  1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and

Enjoy a savory spinach and mushroom scramble for a nutritious and delicious breakfast! Makes about 2 servings Ingredients: 8 large egg whites 1 large whole egg 1/4 cup skim milk 2 cups fresh spinach 1 cup mushrooms, chopped 1 tsp fresh garlic, minced 1 tsp olive oil salt and pepper to taste (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute mushrooms until tender, add garlic and spinach. Saute until spinach wilts. In a small bowl beat egg,eg

A tasty and simple morning drink to jumpstart your day! Makes about 2 servings Ingredients: 2 cups frozen blueberries 1 cup non fat greek yogurt, plain 1/2 cup unflavored almond milk 2 T honey or white sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Directions: In a blender combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Nutrition Information (per 1 cup serving): 188 calories, 1g fat, 42g carb, 9g protein

Brighten up your meal with this vibrant confetti pasta salad, bursting with colorful veggies and a zesty dressing that dances on your palate! Makes about 8 servings Ingredients: 1/2 lb box rotini 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped 1/4 red onion, chopped 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped 2 medium vine ripened tomatoes, chopped 1 cup Newman's Own Lite Ceasar dressing Directions: In a large pot cook rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Chop r