August 30th, 2010
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

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Ingredients:
4 ounces dry spaghetti or capellini
Dressing
1 tablespoon minced ginger
3 tablespoons SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/4 cup lite soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon Chinese chile paste (add more if you want it spicier)
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
2 cups mixed salad greens
Directions:
- Cook pasta following package directions.
- Place ginger, SPLENDA® Granulated Sweetener, ketchup, soy sauce, chile paste, and water in a medium saucepan. Simmer on medium-low heat 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add lime juice and sesame oil. Mix well. Add noodles and stir well. Serve immediately for a warm salad. Chill 15-20 minutes for a cold salad.
- To serve: place noodles on top of greens. Garnish, if desired.
Makes 4 servings.
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March 3rd, 2010
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March 1st, 2010
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta and Chef Jim Coleman
Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:
2 cups Dreamfields Penne Rigate
6 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed, blanched, cut into
1-inch pieces (see note)
1/2 pound cold smoked salmon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped chives
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
- Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, lemon juice and tarragon. Add chopped shallot.
- In large bowl, toss together asparagus, salmon and pasta. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Sprinkle with chopped chives.
Note: To blanch asparagus, place spears in boiling, salted water and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 to 4 minutes depending on size of asparagus spears. Drain and rinse in cold water or ice water until cooled.
Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 302 calories; 17 g protein; 13 g digestible carbohydrates*; 10 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 23 mg cholesterol; 745 mg sodium; 5 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 37 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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January 27th, 2010
From the kitchen of Sherri Shepherd for Dreamfields Pasta.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 9 minutes

Ingredients:
1 box Dreamfields Spaghetti
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 medium cloves garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in bowl of food processor. Pulse to combine. Process until desired consistency.
- Drain spaghetti; transfer to large bowl. Add pesto; toss to coat.
Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition information (1/6 of recipe): 374 calories; 10 g protein; 8 g digestible carbohydrates*; 18 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 16 mg sodium; 6 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 48 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
Variation: SHERRI’S PESTO-CHICKEN PASTA
Toss 3/4 pound cooked chicken breast (cut into strips) in the pesto-pasta mixture.
Nutrition information (1/6 of recipe): 467 calories; 27 g protein; 8 g digestible carbohydrates*; 20 g total fat; 3 g saturated fat; 48 mg cholesterol; 58 mg sodium;
6 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 48 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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January 5th, 2010
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta and Chef Jim Coleman
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:
1 cup uncooked Dreamfields Rotini
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 3/4 pound total), diced
1 small onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chile powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 carton (48 ounces) reduced-sodium, fat free chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
1 to 2 jalapeño chiles, seeded and diced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
- Meanwhile, in large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, stirring frequently. Remove with slotted spoon; set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add onion; sauté about 2 minutes or until translucent. Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano; sauté 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add broth, beans, corn and jalapeños. Increase heat to high; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes.
- To serve, add half of pasta, chicken and cilantro to soup. Divide remaining pasta, chicken and cilantro among 4 soup bowls. Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top with cheese.
Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 467 calories; 38 g protein; 35 g digestible carbohydrates*; 16 g total fat; 5 g saturated fat; 65 mg cholesterol; 973 mg sodium; 12 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 47 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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December 11th, 2009
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta and
Chef Jim Coleman, with special guest Tami A. Ross, RD, LD, CDE
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked Dreamfields Linguine (Note: Two ounces of uncooked linguine is equal to a 1/2-inch circle of linguine.)
2 cups milk, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon or vanilla frozen yogurt or ice cream
Shaved white chocolate, diced mango and strawberries (optional)
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water, and drain again.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine 1/4 cup milk and cornstarch, stirring until smooth and cornstarch is dissolved.
- In large saucepan, stir together remaining 1-3/4 cups milk, cocoa, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Place over medium-high heat; bring to boil, stirring constantly. Stir in cornstarch-milk mixture; stir constantly until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and continue stirring.
- Place pasta in large bowl; add chocolate sauce, reserving about 1/3 cup. Toss pasta and sauce, coating pasta completely.
- Divide pasta among 4 to 6 individual serving dishes. Drizzle with reserved sauce. Serve with frozen yogurt. Garnish with shaved white chocolate, diced mango and strawberries, if desired.
Makes 4-6 servings.
Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 317 calories; 12 g protein; 27 g digestible carbohydrates*; 4 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 10 mg cholesterol; 63 mg sodium; 7 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 63 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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October 20th, 2009
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta and
Chef Jim Coleman, with special guest Tami A. Ross, RD, LD, CDE
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:
1 box Dreamfields Elbows
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1-1/4 pounds Italian-style turkey sausage (casing removed)
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Herbed Ricotta (see recipe below)
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
- Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add sausage; cook, breaking into crumbles, about 5 minutes until sausage is browned and cooked through, stirring frequently.
- Add tomatoes and red pepper flakes to skillet; cook 5 minutes to heat through, stirring occasionally.
- Combine pasta and Herbed Ricotta. Add sausage mixture. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Spoon into 3-quart casserole dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Top with mozzarella. Bake at 375*F for 30 minutes or until heated through.
Herbed Ricotta
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; mix well:
1 container (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
Makes 9 servings.
Nutrition information (1/9 of recipe): 434 calories; 31 g protein; 16 g digestible carbohydrates*; 17 g total fat; 7 g saturated fat; 77 mg cholesterol; 730 mg sodium; 6 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 42 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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September 30th, 2009
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:
1/2 box Dreamfields Angel Hair
1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1 container (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup thinly sliced small green onion or chives
1/2 cup diced roasted red bell peppers
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup reduced-sodium, fat free chicken broth
3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted (optional)
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse in cold water or in ice water until completely cooled and drain well.
- Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes until tender, stirring frequently (do not brown). Add wine; reduce heat to medium.
- Stir in remaining ingredients except walnuts; cook 2 to 3 minutes until heated through, stirring frequently. Add pasta to skillet. Toss to coat well; heat through. (If necessary, stir in additional broth 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.)
- Serve in individual pasta bowls. Sprinkle with walnuts, if desired.
Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 409 calories; 22 g protein; 15 g digestible carbohydrates*; 16 g total fat; 7 g saturated fat; 39 mg cholesterol; 443 mg sodium; 5 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 45 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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September 11th, 2009
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:
1/2 box Dreamfields Angel Hair
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound hot turkey Italian sausage, casings removed, crumbled
3/4 pound fresh baby Portobello, cremini or white mushrooms, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 cup coarsely chopped bell pepper (any color or a combination)
1/2 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning blend
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook about 5 minutes until sausage is cooked through, stirring frequently.
- Add mushrooms, bell pepper and Italian seasoning. Reduce heat to medium; continue cooking, 3 to 4 minutes until mushrooms begin to soften, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes; cook 5 to 7 minutes until desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
- To serve, spoon sauce over pasta and toss. Or, add pasta to skillet with sauce and toss. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 336 calories; 19 g protein; 17 g digestible carbohydrates*; 10 g total fat; 3 g saturated fat; 32 mg cholesterol; 716 mg sodium; 8 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 47 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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September 11th, 2009
From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:
1 box Dreamfields Angel Hair
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups packed baby arugula
2 cups halved cherry and/or grape tomatoes, assorted colors if possible
1/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
Salt and pepper (optional)
Directions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse in cold water or in ice water until completely cooled and drain well.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Toss with pasta.
- Add arugula, tomatoes and cheese to pasta. Toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with pine nuts and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition information (1/8 of recipe): 262 calories; 8 g protein; 7 g digestible carbohydrates*; 11 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 2 mg cholesterol; 143 mg sodium; 5 g total dietary fiber.
*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 37 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.
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