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FROM HOLLY, KERRY, LAUREN, PETA, JOE AND PEITA.
February, 2011
"How to make something from nothing! Can’t make it to the supermarket and need to create dinner from what’s in the cupboard? Keep a few staples in the cupboard and you can make a healthy and tasty meal" 

Magic Mexican (Serves 4 )  

1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium to high heat.  Cook onion until soft.
2. Add beans, corn, tomatoes, capsicum and any flavorings you have, except fresh coriander.  Mix well and cook for a few minutes to heat.  Reduce to a simmer for a few minutes to thicken. 
3. Remove from heat, add fresh coriander if you have it.
4. Serve bean mix with salsa, sour cream or yoghurt, grated cheese and lettuce in taco shells or tortillas.

Tuna & Vegetable Pasta (Serves 4)  

1. Cook pasta according to the instructions on the packet.
2. Cook any vegetables you have on hand until tender. If using frozen vegetables heat through.
3. Increase heat to high and add wine if using. 
4. Add tuna with 1 tblsp of can oil for flavour. 
5. Add all remaining ingredients including spinach to wilt and pasta.
6. Mix well and allow to heat through.  Enjoy!

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