BEST COOKING RECIPES

Say good-bye to grit. Replacing regular pasta with a whole grain variety no longer means sacrificing great taste. The new generation of multi-grain pastas offers whole grain nutrition with delicious taste and texture.

"Whole grains are critical to a balanced
healthy diet
as evidenced by the FDA's new dietary guidelines
said Lisa Sasson, a clinical assistant professor at New York University's Department of Nutrition, Food Studies and Public Health.
The good news is that health-conscious parents have more ways to incorporate whole grains into their families' diets. Multi-grain pasta
which is versatile and economical
is ideal for consumers who want to prepare quick and nutritious meals that even kids will love."

Containing more than 80 percent whole grains
one serving of the multi-grain pastas from Mueller's
Golden Grain and Heartland provide 100 percent of the USDA daily recommendation of whole grains and are certified by the American Heart Association. Available in penne
rotini and spaghetti shapes
their subtle toasty and nutty taste complements both white and red sauces. Here are some ways to enjoy them:


Spinach Rotini Salad


12 oz Mueller's
Golden Grain or Heartland Multi Grain Rotini

4 oz fresh baby spinach

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup Italian dressing

3/4 cup tomatoes
diced

4 oz regular or turkey pepperoni
julienned

8 oz cheddar cheese
shredded

salt and pepper to taste


Cook rotini per package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain. Combine all remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add pasta and mix well.


Confetti Penne Pasta


12 oz Mueller's
Golden Grain or Heartland Multi Grain Penne

1/3 cup olive oil

1 Tbsp chopped garlic

3/4 cup red bell pepper
diced

3/4 cup celery
diced

1 cup fresh mushrooms
sliced

2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning

2 cups broccoli florets
cut small and cooked

1 lb cooked boneless
skinless chicken breast
diced

1 cup chicken broth


Cook penne per package directions. Drain
cover and set aside. In large skillet
heat oil and add garlic
red pepper
celery
mushrooms and lemon pepper seasoning. Cook until tender
about 5 minutes. Add cooked pasta
broccoli
chicken and broth to skillet. Toss to heat through and serve immediately.


Baked Spaghetti Supper


12 oz Mueller's
Golden Grain or Heartland Multi Grain Spaghetti

1/3 cup olive oil

3 cloves garlic
minced or 1 tsp garlic powder

1 medium onion
chopped

2 bell peppers
chopped

1 Tbsp dried basil

6 cups tomato spaghetti sauce

1/2 lb cooked turkey sausage
sliced

2 cups Mozzarella cheese
shredded

1 cup Parmesan cheese
grated


Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain
cover and set aside. Preheat oven to 350บF. Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add garlic
onion
peppers and basil. Saute 3 minutes. Add sauce and sausage. Simmer 5 minutes. Spread 1 cup of the sauce mixture into bottom of a 13" x 9" baking dish. Layer half of the spaghetti
half of the remaining sauce mixture
1
cup Mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layering. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.



Multi-Grain Spinach Rotini Salad