TODAY'S RECIPE FOR DIABETICS

2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked

1 pound 90% lean ground beef

1 14.5-ounce can crushed tomatoes

1 8-ounce can tomato sauce

2 teaspoons chili powder

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon sugar or sugar substitute

2/3 cup shredded, reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain.

In a large nonstick skillet, cook ground beef until beginning to brown, about 8-9 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Add remaining ingredients except cheese and pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 6-7 minutes or until beginning to thicken. Fold in cheese and toss with pasta.

2 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced

1 cup chopped tomato

1/2 cup sliced red onion

1/4 cup crumbled Feta cheese

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1/3 cup white vinegar

½ teaspoon sugar

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Use a small bowl, and mix the cucumber, tomato, onion, and feta.

Use a small bowl, and whisk together the garlic, vinegar, sugar, oil, salt, and pepper.

Toss with the cucumber mixture. Let refrigerate until serving.

I hope you enjoy today's recipes! The salad is delicious if you like Feta Cheese...I sure do! Enjoy!

Have a great day and God Bless You!

Stay Healthy,

Love Marilyn