Victoria’s Read

15 Minute Stir Fried Chicken & Asparagus

Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
-1 medium onion cut in half and sliced medium thick
-1 bunch asparagus cut into 1 inch lengths (about 2 cups when cut) Discard bottom fourth
-1 Tbsp chicken broth
-1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
-3 medium cloves garlic
-1 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
-2 Tbsp soy sauce
-1 Tbsp rice vinegar
-Pinch red chili flakes
-Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1-Cut onion and press garlic. Let both sit for at least 5 minutes to bring out their hidden health benefits.
2-Heat 1 Tbsp broth in a stainless steel wok or 12-inch skillet. Stir Fry onion and asparagus in broth for about 3 minutes over medium high heat, stirring constantly.
3-Add ginger, garlic, chicken and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes stirring constantly.
4-Add soy sauce, vinegar, and red chili flakes. Stir together and cover. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. (A little longer if the asparagus is thick.) Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serves 2

Perfect Oatmeal

Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
-2¼ cups water
-Dash salt
-1 cup regular rolled oats
-½ tsp cinnamon
-½ cup raisins
-¼ cup chopped walnuts
-Soy or skim milk
-Sweetener such as molasses or honey

Directions:
1-Combine the water and salt in a small saucepan. Turn the heat to high.
2-When the water boils, turn the heat to low, add oatmeal and cook, stirring, until the water is just absorbed, about 5 minutes.
3-Add cinnamon, raisins, and walnuts. Stir, cover the pan and turn off heat. Let set for 5 minutes.
4-Serve with milk and sweetener.
Serves 2

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