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Lentil Noodles

I finally tried lentil based pasta.  Modern Table recently reformulated its entire product line. Now each variety of nourishing noodles features dramatically improved pasta texture achieved through a blend of lentils, rice, and peas containing all nine essential amino acids for long-lasting energy, good digestion, and improved muscle health.

My family leads a pretty healthy lifestyle, but we have been trying to find a healthier options when it comes to eating pasta.  We have had spaghetti squash and a couple of other vegetables that could be used as a replacement for pasta.  Recently we have been eating Modern Table lentil based pasta.

Modern Table Meals are ready in 15 minutes.   They have come in handy for my son’s lunch.  I wake up early enough to prepare it before school so I do not have to heat it in the morning.  I give him half of the meal for lunch and he will have the rest after school or for lunch the next day.

My son loves Mac and Cheese so that was the first Modern Table pasta I prepared.

COMPLETE PROTEIN MAC AND CHEESE

For the first time ever, Modern Table Meals enters the Mac and Cheese category with a fresh, nutritious take on a time-honored dish. Three delicious, complete protein flavors deliver a gooey, creamy cheese experience that’s sure to satisfy those Mac and Cheese cravings without the guilt normally associated with the classically indulgent meal:

• Classic Cheddar Mac and Cheese – (16g Protein) – Elbows and cheddar cheese sauce – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Three Cheese Mac and Cheese – (17g Protein) – Penne and three cheese sauce (cheddar, Monterey jack, and romano) – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Jalapeno Cheddar Mac and Cheese –  (16g Protein) – Elbows, jalapeno cheddar cheese sauce (peppers and cheddar cheese) – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

All three new Mac and Cheese flavors serve two people and, starting this summer, will also be available in Target, Whole Foods and more nationwide – each for $2.49-$2.99 MSRP.

I typically prepare a variety of pasta meals.  Preparing dinner with Modern Table Meals saved me some time.  I either included them in my son’s lunch or my family ate them for dinner as the main course or I paired the pasta with a vegetable.

COMPLETE PROTEIN MEAL KITS

In addition to the reformulated pastas and new Mac and Cheese flavors, Modern Table Meals is reintroducing its popular meal kit line with six new and improved flavors. Delicious flavor profiles, like Sundried Tomato Basil and Parmesan Pesto, are sure to please those looking for new, tasty meal options but don’t have the extra time to whip up their own recipe:

• Creamy Garlic & Herb – (18g Protein) – Rotini, garlic, onion, broccoli, carrots, and spices – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Creamy Alfredo – (18g Protein) – Penne, parmesan cheese, and peas –  GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Creamy Marinara – (18g Protein) – Rotini, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, paprika, and spices –  GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Cheddar Broccoli – (19g Protein) – Rotini, broccoli and cheddar cheese – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Sundried Tomato Basil – (17g Protein) – Penne, garlic, basil, parmesan cheese, olive oil, romano cheese, tomatoes – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

• Parmesan Pesto – (18g Protein) – Penne, parmesan cheese, spices, garlic, peas, and carrots – GMO-free, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free

All six, new meal kits will also be available starting this summer in Target, Whole Foods and more nationwide – each for $4.99 MSRP.

Modern Table Meals:

• Ready in 15 minutes
• GMO free
• Gluten-free
• Soy-free
• No artificial preservatives or colors

One thing I learned while preparing these pasta dishes was that I needed to make sure I watch the pasta as it cooked.  This pasta cooks a little faster than regular pasta and sinks to the bottom.  If you do not watch it carefully it will stick and/or burn.

Overall, I like that there are healthier, faster pasta substitutions like Modern Table Meal Kits and p pasta available.