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Paella

A great dish for anytime of the week! Number of Servings:  6 Ingredients:  1 (28oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes, undrained 1 Cup chicken broth 1/2 Cup chopped onion 2 Cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 (6oz.) package saffron rice 1 (10oz.) package frozen peas, thawed 1 (9oz.) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed 6 oven-roasted drumsticks (about 1 pound) 1 (10oz.) package frozen cooked shrimp, thawed 7 Ounces surimi seafood, crab or lobster flavored, chunk style 1 (10oz.) can whole baby clams, drained Instructions:  Drain tomatoes, reserving 1 cup juice. Chop tomatoes; place in a colander and set aside to drain. Combine chicken broth, reserved tomato juice, onion, garlic and oregano in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Add rice; cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Add tomatoes, peas, artichoke hearts and clams; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes or until heated through. Image Source: © Heidi Morton from iStockPhoto.com Nutrition Information:  Calories: 524 Protein: 56g Carbohydrates: 48g Fat: 12g Cholesterol: 200mg Sodium: 1012mg Percent Calories from fat: 20%

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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

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We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.