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Comforting Dairy Dishes that

Deliver Taste and Nutrition

Cauliflower “Risotto” with Shrimp and Peas
FAMILY FEATURES you not only great nutrition,
ooler weather calls but also great taste, texture
for comfort foods, and satisfaction.” Cauliflower “Risotto” with Shrimp and Peas
and it’s hard to top Turn to dairy-fueled Recipe courtesy of “Whole in One” by Ellie Krieger on behalf
Csoups, risottos and comfort foods with recipes of Milk Means More
strata for heartwarming dishes from Krieger like vegetarian- Servings: 4
to share with the family friendly Broccoli Cheddar 2 tablespoons olive oil
on chilly days. Skillet Strata, nutrient-dense 1/2 cup chopped shallot
To achieve delicious Cauliflower Risotto with
3 cups cauliflower rice
taste without ditching your Shrimp and Peas or easy-to- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus additional, to taste
healthy eating plan, consider 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
nutritionally balanced one-pot make Mushroom Stroganoff 2 tablespoons, plus 1 teaspoon, all-purpose flour
recipes like those from “Whole Soup. These dishes offer 1 3/4 cups 1% low-fat milk
in One” by Ellie Krieger, balanced, health-conscious 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
several of which call for dairy ways to enjoy flavorful meals 1 pound medium shrimp (26-30 count per
to help fuel your loved ones’ while delivering essential pound), cleaned and tails removed
meals. Milk is commonly nutrients found in dairy. 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen peas
viewed as a versatile staple to “Milk, cheese and yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons
have on-hand for cooking and a all contain protein, and I think
nutritious beverage for families most people don’t realize that In large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add
with essential nutrients such a cup of milk has 8 grams of shallot and cook until softened, 2 minutes. Stir in cauliflower
as calcium that promote bone high-quality protein, which is rice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes.
health in children and teens. more than an egg,” Krieger Sprinkle flour over cauliflower and stir to incorporate then
“I’m always trying to create add milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until it comes to
recipes that make it easier for said. “When I tell people gentle boil. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese until incorporated
people to cook and eat well,” that, it’s really news to them. then add shrimp and peas.
Krieger said. “As a food lover Protein really is key in many Return to simmer. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally,
and dietitian, I’m always ways because people are often until shrimp are pink and no longer translucent and sauce has
looking for that amazing looking to get more protein thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with additional salt, to taste,
balance between health and into their diets.” then garnish with basil and remaining Parmesan cheese.
taste. Dairy really can help get Find more family meal
you there because it provides solutions at milkmeansmore.org.