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Shrimp, Zucchini and Leek Risotto 

This risotto is virtually fat free.

2 zucchinis, finely chopped
1 leek, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and pressed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ cups Arborio risotto rice
4 ounces of white wine (alternatively you can use dry cooking wine)
5 cups hot vegetable stock
8 ounces peeled and cooked shrimp
Handful of parsley for garnishing  

Easy Healthy Lasagna Recipe  

Who doesn’t love lasagna?  The downside of this delicious dish is that all that cheese, meat and cream isn’t great for you (or your waistline).  This version is healthy yet delicious.  Enjoy.

Erica

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, finely sliced
2 sticks of celery, finely sliced
1 carrot, grated
4 cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed
1 pound of quality lean ground beef – organic if possible (alternatively you can use organic ground turkey)
1 can of plum tomatoes
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthways
1 cup of already roasted red peppers (or you can make your own at home)
4 sheets of lasagne (whole wheat if possible)
Salt and pepper to taste

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Manicotti pasta shells
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves - minced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cup cooked ham, chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
6 tablespoons of butter
6 tablespoons all purpose flour
3 cups milk
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Preheat oven to 350