Weekly recipe roundup

Time for some new inspiration in the form of tasty recipes. These come from my friend Cassy and my aunt Sharon, both of whom know how to make a healthy meal. I haven't tried these yet but I plan on it soon. If any of you get to it first, post and tell us what you thought.

From Cassy:

Almost Vegan Wrap

• Low-carb spinach wraps
• Spinach
• Bell Pepper
• Cucumber
• Avocado
• Bean Sprouts
• Banana Peppers
• Black Olives
• Light Mayo
• Low-fat Cheese
• Mustard
• Salt and pepper
• Sweet vinaigrette

Slap it all together and enjoy. We love this in the summer on a hot day. 

Healing Cabbage Soup

• 1 tbs and 1-1/2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 4 cups water
• 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
• 1/4 head cabbage, cored and coarsely chopped
• 1/2 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, drained and diced

In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook until onion is transparent, about 5 minutes. Stir in water, bouillon, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then stir in cabbage. Simmer until cabbage wilts, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes. Return to a boil, then simmer 15 to 30 minutes, stirring often.

Yield: 4 Servings

 A note from the chef: “I first made this when we lived in Provo. We were super duper poor and this was a really cheap and filling soup. Steven hated how our house smelled like a giant fart. However, this recipe lasted a whole week. I still make it sometimes. I don’t make Steven eat it all week anymore, but it is a comfort food and it reminds me of how far we have come."

From Sharon:

Mostaccioli With Beans and Roma Tomatoes

• Frozen whole wheat mostaccioli
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, crushed
• Fresh mushrooms, sliced
• Olive oil
• About 1 cup green beans
• 4-6 Roma tomatoes, chopped
• About 1 c chicken broth
• Parmesan cheese
• Italian spices
• Salt & pepper

Cook pasta. Meanwhile, cook onion, garlic and mushrooms in oil. When pasta is finished, drain and stir in green beans. Add all ingredients in a pot and cook over medium-low. Add spices to taste.

Anyone else with a recipe to share? Comment here or e-mail me at ltmaxfield@gmail.com. Bon appetit!