Dreamfields Pasta

Our friends know that my husband and I are on a low carb diet. I always make it a point to tell them that Dreamfields Pasta is an integral part of the foods we consume. About a year ago, I had a good friends/couple over for dinner. Dreamfields Rotini was my main side dish. Knowing that I always use Dreamfields, they apologized for having to say that the pasta tasted like saw dust (apparently a preconceived notion from when other brands of low carb pastas were introduced years ago).

This year, we had the same couple over for dinner. Dreamfields was again the side dish. But I told them it was Ronzoni.

They both said they tasted the difference: This pasta was obviously not Dreamfields because it doesn't taste like the "saw dust" I served last year!!

Then I showed them the Dreamfields box.

They have been purchasing Dreamfields pasta varieties ever since!!!

Name: Lenore F.
City: Lake Worth
State: Florida

After Thanksgiving, I find I want something less complicated and very easy to prepare. I always enjoy a simple salad along with Dreamfields penne with vodka sauce....m.m.m.m...perfect!!!!

Name: MaryAnn L.
City: Airmont
State: NY

I met a representative on a flight to LA, quite a few years ago, and we shared lunch at LAX. Ever since that meeting I have used NO other pasta other than dreamfields...so...now...I'm living the dream. Happy Thanksgiving.

Name: Cindy Dovnik
City: Green Bay
State: WI

We love to hear from our fans, that's why we continue to share some of our favorite customer quotes and testimonials with everyone! We hear all the time that even the pickiest of kids enjoy Dreamfields Pasta and Lauren B confirms it!

Lauren B
I was trying to come up with a quick and easy dinner for my twin boys, who are exasperatingly picky about the foods they'll tolerate on their plates, much less eat. Grabbed a box of Dreamfields pasta I'd purchased several weeks prior. Cooked the spaghetti, then added jarred marinara, minced basil and some leftover chopped tomatoes I had in the fridge. As the kids gobbled up their second helping, I found myself absent-mindedly nibbling from the pot. It dawned on me that I was eating high-protein, low-carb pasta. It was great. Have been using Dreamfields ever since.
Dreamfields isn't just for living a low carb lifestyle even though you can sometimes find it in the low carb grocey store. It's a tasty pasta option that is sure to please everyone from picky eaters to dinner guests you want to impress. Stay tuned to our blog for everything Dreamfields!

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Dreamfields Pasta has about the same high fiber as whole wheat pasta, but without out the gritty textrure. Enjoy the taste of traditional pasta!

Dreamfields Pasta is made from the finest durum wheat semolina to give you delicious old-world taste and al dente texture for your special pasta dishes.

Ingredients:

1 box Dreamfields Elbows
1 cup prepared light Alfredo sauce
2 cups shredded reduced fat Cheddar Cheese or part-skim mozzarella cheese or a combination
1/2 cup skim milk

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan; remove from heat.
2. Immediately add Alfredo sauce, cheese and milk to pasta; stir constantly until cheese is melted. Add additional milk if necessary for desired consistency. Serve immediately.

Stir-ins: Cooked chicken, turkey, ham cubes, hot dog pieces, meatballs, cooked chicken or turkey sausage, cooked broccoli florets, green peas, chopped tomato or halved cherry tomatoes.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition information (1/6 of recipe): 385 calories; 20 g protein; 11 g digestible carbohydrates*; 13 g total fat; 7 g saturated fat; 35 mg cholesterol; 570 mg sodium; 6 g total dietary fiber.

*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 51 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com. Visit the Dreamfields website to read more about:
Low Carb Dinner Recipes  |   Low Carb Dieters

It’s that time of the year when kids are back in school, the air is getting cool and crisp and we are all looking for easy and delicious weeknight dinner ideas. If you are a Dreamfields Pasta fan you already know you can make a healthy and delicious meal in no time, and you know the entire family will love it!

Try this Easy Pantry Tuna Penne! Spice it up with the Crushed Red Pepper or leave that step out if you don’t like it spicy. Use Chicken instead of Tuna or leave out the capers. This dish will be delicious and easy no matter how you like it.

Still have tomatoes from the garden? Use fresh tomatoes for an extra fresh taste!

Easy Pantry Tuna Penne

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

1 box Dreamfields Penne Rigate
1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes in juice
1-1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon capers, drained (optional)
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cans (5 ounces each) water-packed tuna, drained

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes until onion becomes translucent, stirring constantly (watch carefully so garlic does not burn). Stir in tomatoes with juice, parsley, lemon juice and capers. Cook 1 minute; add red pepper flakes to taste.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 3 to 5 minutes to thicken sauce, stirring frequently. Gently stir in tuna; heat through.
4. Add pasta to sauce. Stir gently to coat.

Serving Note: If you prefer, divide the pasta among 6 plates, then top with sauce.

Makes 6 main dish servings.

Nutrition information (1/6 of recipe): 312 calories; 19 g protein; 13 g digestible carbohydrates*; 6 g total fat; 1 g saturated fat; 16 mg cholesterol; 248 mg sodium; 7 g total dietary fiber.

*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 53 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.

We have fans that love Dreamfields for many different reasons. Whether you are living low carb, looking for low glycemic food or simply looking for a great tasting pasta we think Dreamfields is the right choice for you. Check out what Monica N has to say:

Monica N
I had topped 200+ pounds, high cholesterol, BP was okay, but face was changing color with my emotions. I looked at a lot of possibilities and decided on a low carb diet. After a couple of successful months, my husband decided to join me. (He's the cook in the family!) One day, he heard a mention on talk radio and went looking. After he found Dreamfields Pasta at a local grocery store... honestly, it was better than low carb ice cream! I could enjoy pasta again!

With the Fall season upon us, we know households everywhere are cooking up some delicious and comforting dishes. Comforting doesn’t always have to mean unhealthy though! Take this recipe for example, Basic Tomato Sauce with Linguine. Perfect for a cool crisp night and quick enough to make after work and school.

With Dreamfields 5 grams of digestible carbs and high fiber, this meal not only satisfies your family but you know it is a great healthy option. Try using some fresh tomatoes since they are in season!

Basic Tomato Sauce With Linguine

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

1 box uncooked Dreamfields Linguine
1 medium onion, quartered
5 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon dried or 3 tablespoons fresh basil
1 tablespoon dried or 3 tablespoons fresh oregano
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup tomato puree
Salt and ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
2. Meanwhile, place onion and garlic in food processor; pulse to finely chop. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic and dried herbs, if using, to pan. Cook until onion is translucent, stirring occasionally.
3. Add crushed tomatoes, red wine and tomato puree; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer to reduce to desired thickness, stirring occasionally. Stir in fresh herbs, if using. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
4. Serve over linguine.

Server Note: Sauce recipe can be doubled or tripled. Freeze up to 2 months.

Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 526 calories; 16 g protein; 31 g digestible carbohydrates*; 13 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 411 mg sodium; 14 g total dietary fiber.

*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 91 g carbohydrate.

Thank you, Susan, for sharing this wonderful pasta salad recipe with us!

Susan was one of our Pasta Salad Extravaganza Winner's this Summer and we just love her recipe! Add vegetables your family enjoys or use seasonal veggies from the garden, the possibilities are endless with this dish!

Try something different each time you make this dish and most importantly use ingredients that fit in to your diet. If you are living low carb, stick to veggies that you can enjoy!

Roasted Vegetable Pasta Salad
by Susan Reffke

Any selection of roasted vegetables (good combination is eggplant, portabella mushrooms, zucchini and red peppers)

You can also use leftover roasted vegetables too!

Slice and brush with olive oil.
Grill for approx. 8 minutes.

Combine:
Sliced, cooled vegetables
1 box Dreamfields Pasta - penne (cooked al dente)
mozzarella balls (or chunks of mozzarella)
Olive oil
wine vinegar
black pepper
sliced fresh basil

Whether you are living low carb, looking for low glycemic food or simply looking for a great tasting pasta. We have fans that love Dreamfields for many different reasons. If you haven't tried Dreamfields Pasta yet, take a moment and read why these fans enjoy Dreamfields!

Jennifer learned about Dreamfields Pasta when her husband was diagnosed as a pre-diabetic. This is Jennifer's story:

My husband was diagnosed as pre-diabetic and we suddenly found ourselves on a long search for healthy and tasty treats. The key to controlling your sugar is carbohydrates and this pasta was the perfect answer. Upon first trying it, we both believed it was too good to be true. But upon checking his sugars before and after eating it, there is no change in his sugars! It is now a staple in our home and we use nothing else!!!! Of note, I work in a medical facility and tell all of our "diabetic" patients about this product

A few months ago I was having company for dinner, my husband and one of the guests are diabetic. I prepared lasagna using Dreamfields pasta . . . . . . guess what . . . . . . . no one knew it was a different brand of pasta, it was a huge success.

Name: Maureen Salvatore
Email: ReenReen@AOL.COM
City: Dover
State: NY
Zip: 19901

Kyle is one of our weekly Pasta Salad Extravaganza Winner! This must try recipe combines olives, fresh pesto, pine nuts, peas, tomatoes and Dreamfields Pasta! Try it as an accompaniment to any entree!

Pesto Pasta Salad
By Kyle H

Ingredients:

4 cups uncooked Dreamfields Rotini Pasta
1 cup fresh basil pesto
2 Tbsp chopped green olives, or olive tapenade
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 cup frozen peas, defrosted (or fresh if you can get them)
12 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
Several fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
1 Tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to instructions on the package. Make sure the water is salted (at least a half teaspoon per quart). Remove pasta from heat and strain when pasta is cooked, but still firm (al dente).
2. Put pasta in a big bowl. Mix in fresh basil pesto, green olives, and pine nuts. Gently mix in cherry tomatoes, peas, fresh basil leaves and olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Chill or serve at room temperature.

For more healthy recipes please visit our website at http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/healthy-pasta-recipes.html.

We know it can be hard to find good recipes with high fiber foods and low carb ingredients, but don't worry we've got you covered! No need to search for a pasta salad recipe in that low carb cookbook, simply stay tuned to our blog all summer long to get great tasting and healthy pasta salad recipes!

Summer is a time for cookouts and no cookout is complete without a delicious pasta salad! This summer we are holding our Pasta Salad Extravaganza Contest to share the pasta salads our fans come up with! We hope you enjoy and use some of these recipes for some low carb meal ideas!

This week’s Pasta Salad recipe is a perfect combination of fresh veggies and herbs! Lori’s pasta salad is perfect for any summer get-together! Enjoy this recipe and stay tuned for next week’s winner!

Lori S. Hoffman-Goldberg
Green Bean, Chicken, Pasta, and Tomato Salad

Ingredients:

2 lb. green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, basil, or parsley
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
4 medium tomatoes, (about 1 lb.) cored, seeded, and chopped
2 cups Dreamfields Penne
2 cups chicken (grilled, sliced, and cooked)
salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add beans and bring to a boil. Cook until beans are bright green and just tender but not softened, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse beans immediately under cold running water. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and gently pat dry.
2. Just before serving, combine herbs, vinegar and oil in a large bowl. Whisk well to blend ingredients. Add beans and tomatoes. Add cooked, cooled chicken (grilled). Drain pasta and cool slightly. Add pasta.
3. Season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine. Serve at room temperature.

Dreamfields Pasta loves to share new and delicious recipes for our fans to try! Cooking low carb is one of our specialties. Search the best low carb recipes and rate your favorites at: http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/healthy-pasta-recipes.html.

The combination of delicious pasta and pork tenderloin is phenomenal!

Asian Pork & Pasta

From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 box Dreamfields Angel Hair
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, green part only
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium, fat free chicken broth, vegetable broth or white wine
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided
1 pork tenderloin (about 1 pound), trimmed
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons shredded fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons olive or peanut oil
1 cup snow peas, strings removed
1 cup bell pepper strips (about 1/4 inch thick)
1 cup coarsely shredded carrots

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pan. Toss with green onions and sesame oil; set aside.
2. In small bowl, stir together broth and cornstarch until cornstarch is dissolved. Stir in 1 teaspoon soy sauce; set aside.
3. Cut pork into 1/4-inch thick slices. In small bowl, stir together hoisin sauce, shredded ginger, garlic and remaining 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Add pork; stir to coat completely. Set aside.
4. Heat olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add snow peas; cook and stir 1 minute. Add bell pepper and carrots; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from skillet.
5. Add half of pork to same skillet; cook and stir 2 minutes, just until cooked through. Remove from skillet. Repeat with remaining pork. (If pork is sticking to pan, add additional oil, 1 teaspoon at a time.) Return cooked pork to skillet. Stir cornstarch mixture to combine. Add to pork. Cook and stir until thickened and clear. Return vegetables to skillet and heat through.
6. Serve pork and vegetables over pasta.

Makes 4-6 servings.

Nutrition information (1/4 of recipe): 390 calories; 30 g protein; 17 g digestible carbohydrates*; 10 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 61 mg cholesterol; 363 mg sodium; 7 g total dietary fiber.

*If traditional pasta is used in this recipe there is a total of 47 g carbohydrate. For more information go to www.DreamfieldsFoods.com.

Richard Collins, MD, FACC (a.k.a. The Cooking Cardiologist) believes that food should promote happiness and longevity. We were with the Cooking Cardiologist in Las Vegas at the AADE Annual Meeting and wanted to share the following blog post:


August 8, 2011

This past week I was in Las Vegas cooking for the American Association of Diabetic Educators Annual Meeting. It was a fantastic trip! Thank you to everyone who came to my cooking demo. At the meeting, I shared two delicious, healthy recipes: Chilled Lemon Ginger Tuna Pasta Salad and Italian Herb Spinach Artichoke Spaghetti Frittata. Whether or not you attended the meeting, I know you’ll crave these guilt-free recipes made with Gourmet Garden Herbs and Dreamfields pasta.

ENJOY FOOD WITHOUT ADDING SUGARS OR FATS!

Gourmet Garden herbs and spices pack a surprisingly big, fresh flavor and powerful nutritional punch. Gourmet Garden herbs are not cooked or dried and the unique squeezable tubes can be refrigerated for up to three months after opening.

EAT PASTA AGAIN AND HELP MAINTAIN HEALTHY BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS!

Dreamfields Pasta has the great taste and al dente texture of authentic pasta but has twice the fiber and a lower glycemic impact compared to traditional pasta. A 1-cup cooked serving has only 5 grams of digestible carbs and 5 grams of fiber — including inulin, a natural prebiotic fiber.

Congratulations to Lorrraine for being our weekly Pasta Salad Extravaganza Winner!

We know it can be hard to find good recipes with high fiber foods and low carb ingredients, but don't worry we've got you covered! No need to search for a pasta salad recipe in that low carb cookbook, simply stay tuned to our blog all summer long to get great tasting and healthy pasta salad recipes!

Summer is a time for cookouts and no cookout is complete without a delicious pasta salad! This summer we are holding our Pasta Salad Extravaganza Contest to share the pasta salads our fans come up with! We hope you enjoy and use some of these recipes for some low carb meal ideas!

The winning pasta salad recipe this week is Pasta Primavera Salad! It’s so delicious! If you don’t like anchovies, try it without. Whether you are on a low carb diet or controlling diabetes you can make this recipe work for you!

Pasta Primavera Salad
Lorraine Williams

Ingredients:

8oz Dreamfields Penne
6oz jar marinated artichoke hearts
1 cup shelled cooked edamame beans
3/4 cup chopped red pepper
1/3 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup olive oil
3 TBSP red wine vinegar
4 anchovies mashed
1-2 cloves of garlic minced
1/2 tsp. salt or to taste
1 tsp. crushed oregano or basil
1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
1/4 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Cook Dreamfields pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. Meanwhile, drain artichoke hearts reserving 2 TBSP of the marinade.
3. Cut large artichokes in half.
4. Drain pasta and rinse well with cold water and drain again.
5. Place in large bowl.
6. Add artichokes, edamame beans, red pepper and onion.
7. In small bowl, combine oil, reserved artichoke marinade, vinegar, anchovies, garlic, salt and pepper.
8. Pour mixture over pasta and toss well.
9. Stir in cheese.
10. Adjust seasoning to taste.

ENJOY!

Dreamfields Pasta loves to share new and delicious recipes for our fans to try! Cooking low carb is one of our specialties. Search the best low carb recipes and rate your favorites at: http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/healthy-pasta-recipes.html.

This recipe is delicious with the perfect amount of spice to it! If you don’t like to cook with wine, you can substitute with a white grape juice.

Angel Hair con Tilapia

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes

Ingredients:

1 box Dreamfields Angel Hair
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup julienne or thickly shredded carrots
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper
1 cup (8 ounces) marinara sauce
2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil
1 pound tilapia fillets (2 to 4 fillets)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Directions:

1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, parsley, garlic and carrots; stir well. Add red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Continue cooking about 5 minutes, until onion is browned, stirring frequently. Add marinara sauce and fresh basil. Cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.
3. Place tilapia fillets in skillet. Pour lemon juice and wine over fish. Cook 2 minutes; turn carefully with spatula. Continue cooking 2 minutes or until cooked through (fish flakes easily when tested with fork). Remove from heat. Remove fish from skillet. Cut into 1-inch wide pieces.
4. Drain pasta; toss pasta with sauce in skillet. Gently stir in fish. Top with Parmesan cheese and toasted almonds.

Makes 6 servings.

Note: To toast almonds, spread on rimmed baking pan. Place in 350°F oven 8 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven; cool completely.

Nutrition information (1/6 of recipe): 440 calories; 28 g protein; 16 g digestible carbohydrates*; 12 g total fat; 3 g saturated fat; 39 mg cholesterol; 325 mg sodium; 8 g total dietary fiber.

Riva Greenberg is an accomplished columnist for the Huffington Post, Advisory Member of Diabetes Hands Foundation, a mentor with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and a member of the American Association of Diabetes Educators. We were so thrilled with her blog we had to share it with all of our fans! Enjoy!

Diabetes foods I can't do without - By Riva Greenberg

I don't eat "diabetic" foods. I don't eat anything that says, "made for diabetics" and I hardly ever eat sugar-free foods. If I want something like chocolate or jam I eat a small amount of the real thing. I'm more concerned what chemicals they put in when they take the sugar out. Besides, many foods "made for diabetics" have as much carbohydrate as the real thing.

I've even managed to reduce my dependence on artificial sweeteners. It's been a long slog. But now, a little half & half in my coffee or tea makes it mouth-satisfying enough that I don't want, or even like, the sweetness anymore that a Splenda or Equal gives it. And oatmeal and cottage cheese without sweetening taste just as good, as my sweet-tooth has waned.

But there are two foods you might say are made for diabetics that are always in my pantry:

1) Dreamfields. This pasta is designed in such a way that the net carbs are 5 grams per serving compared to typical pastas that come in at 38 or 40 net carbs/serving. Dreamfields tastes like regular pasta but its composition allows for only 5 grams to be digestible, so the bulk of carbohydrates have no impact.

I gave up pasta for decades because of how much it raised my blood sugar. Now I'm back to eating it at home with this product. For a serving I need one-quarter the amount of insulin as I do for regular pasta. Dreamfields comes in spaghetti, angel hair, linguine, penne, elbows, rotini and lasagna.

I keep telling the only supermarket in my neighborhood that carries it, Key Foods, to advertise it as healthy for diabetics, but it goes right over their head. So I'm telling you. Also, there's a $1.00 coupon on their web site and a Store Locator.

2) Extend Snacks. I found Extend Bars, one of the company's original products, years ago and they've been in my house ever since. If when I'm going to sleep, I've had enough wine with dinner that I know my blood sugar will drop significantly through the night, I eat one-third of this bar and I wake up fine. (Amount may vary for you). Extend Snacks now include crisps and shakes and all their products work on the same principle: they contain cornstarch which breaks down very slowly and helps maintain level blood sugar for 7 to 9 hours.

Extend Snacks were created by pediatric endocrinologist Francine Kaufman after she noticed cornstarch's ability to help patients with severe lows. If that sounds a little too medical, the bars taste really good. Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight is the most popular and my favorite.

Extend Snacks are available at Walgreens and other chain stores. Or you can order online as I do because they're not in the NY area, yet. In fact just recently I've been part of a letter writing campaign to try and bring them to New York City chain drug store CVS and Walmart.

By the way, neither Dreamfields nor Extend Snacks have asked me to write this. I just like to share what works for me in the hopes it may work for you.
Riva is the author of 50 Diabetes Myths That Can Ruin Your Life and the 50 Diabetes Truths That Can Save It and The ABC's Of Loving Yourself With Diabetes. Visit her web site DiabetesStories.com and her Huffington Post column.

Dreamfields Pasta loves to share new and delicious recipes for all of our fans to try!

Cooking low carb is one of our specialties. For more recipes please visit our website at: http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/healthy-pasta-recipes.html.

You can search the best low carb recipes and rate your favorites!

Sesame-Soy Edamame & Pasta Salad

From the kitchen of Dreamfields Pasta

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

1 box Dreamfields Rotini
3 cups frozen shelled edamame
1 cup radishes, diced
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro, stems removed, chopped
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Dressing:
3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
2 tablespoons pickled ginger, chopped
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced

Directions:

1. Prepare Dreamfields pasta according to package directions. With 3 minutes left to cook pasta, add edamame. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again.
2. Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside.
3. In large bowl, toss pasta and edamame with radishes, cilantro and green onions. Add dressing; toss to coat.
4. Serve at room temperature or cover and refrigerate to chill.

Makes 10 side dish servings.

Nutrition information (1/10 of recipe): 240 calories; 11 g protein; 12 g digestible carbohydrates*; 7 g total fat; 1 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 183 mg sodium; 6 g total dietary fiber.

Dreamfields realizes you are conscious about what you eat, so along with our Advisory Board, we have answered the most frequently asked questions about our products and diabetes. Stay tuned to read more about how Dreamfields Pasta can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The following question is answered by Tami A. Ross RD, LD, CDE (KY)

Q. I have a difficult time controlling my blood glucose. How can I keep my levels balanced throughout the day?

A. Controlling blood glucose is a balance between your carbohydrate intake at each meal and snack, physical activity, and your diabetes medications. Each time you eat, even if it's just a snack, it can raise your blood glucose. If you snack frequently through the day or drink beverages containing carbohydrate, they can keep your blood glucose up. We suggest working closely with a registered dietitian to fine tune your carbohydrate counting, as carbohydrate directly affects your blood glucose. diabetes educator (some registered dietitians are also diabetes educators) can help you understand and balance physical activity and your diabetes medications. To locate a registered dietitian in your area check out the American Dietetics Association's web site at www.eatright.org and to locate a diabetes educator in your area go to the American Association of Diabetes Educator's web site at www.diabeteseducator.org.

For more information on Dreamfields Pasta, low carb eating and to answer questions you may have please visit our Q&A section http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/faq-search.php.