food log...03.28.2008

am = one banana
noon = 1 c whole grain pasta w/veggies (see below for recipe & photo) & grapes
snack = cashews (unsalted, of course...lightly toasted)

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veggie topping:

• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 c sliced mushrooms
• 1 large (or 2 medium) red bell peppers
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 tsp tarragon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp canola oil

1. sautee onions in 1/2 tsp canola oil til translucent; add peppers & sautee an addtl min.; add mushrooms & garlic & continue sautee until mushrooms start to look soft
2. add spices/seasonings & cover pan to finish cooking mushrooms
3. after 5 mins or so, remove lid & allow to cook for an addtl min to reduce liquid in pan
4. can be used to top pasta or steamed veggies - or can even be put in wrap w/spinach or other leafy greens...serves 2-4 depending on how much you like veggies ;)