Comments on: Rainbow Turk-a-Roni

By: Nubia

Nubia — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:40:36 +0000

Oh, WOW. My hubby came into the kitchen and said that it looked and SMELLED great. If given the choice, the only veggies he’d eat would be the mushrooms on his pizza, but this recipe was so awesome he didn’t care there were any in there. He said it tasted like hamburger helper but GOOD. I’ll so make this again! Thanks for sharing your cool recipes, this isn’t the first/only one that I’ve tried and loved :)

By: Cindy

Cindy — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:26:49 +0000

We had this for dinner last night and it was a big hit in our house. Trying the 15 min red beans and rice tonight!

Thanks Roni!

By: TheRoosterChick

TheRoosterChick — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:33:45 +0000

Oooo, pretty. Looks like a nice dish for spring or summer too.

By: sandy hoppenrath

sandy hoppenrath — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 05:29:37 +0000

thanks for the laughing cow ideas. I’ll try it really soon!

By: Aimee

Aimee — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:53:56 +0000

This definitely got the thumbs up from both my husband and my 21 month old. I added some pinto beans because we love beans and I used a red pepper but otherwise stuck to the recipe. Really great! Thanks Roni.

By: roni

roni — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 20:19:32 +0000

Sandy – I’ve never been a “creamy” sauce kind of gal so I don’t have any ideas off the bat. But I do know of people who use Laughing Cow light cheese to make an Alfredo knock off. For example… link to ronisweigh.com

By: roni

roni — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 20:16:36 +0000

Tamara – Glad you guys liked the idea!

By: Sandy Hoppenrath

Sandy Hoppenrath — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:28:52 +0000

Hey, I’m LOVING your recipes. I’ve shared it with so many friends. Lots of your ideas are getting kid approved in our house…the husband here eats about anything. Anyway, do you have any lite ideas with “white sauce” instead of red sauces? My kiddos aren’t much into red sauce, unless forced and I’m always looking for a healthier option than the high fat alfredo. Thanks for your help!

By: Tamara

Tamara — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 08:49:02 +0000

I had a package of ground beef in the fridge that HAD to be used. The hubby didn’t feel like going out to pick up hamburger buns to make his burgers, so I decided to do this and if he didn’t like it, well he could just eat a can of tuna. I had some peppers, but he vetoed the zucchini so I ended up throwing some frozen vegetabels (caluiflower-broccoli blend) in, as well as some frozen peas. It was so great! I ended up making about three times the amount of your recipe since there was so much ground beef, but we just measured it out and froze a bunch of portions for quick meals this week. The only thing I might try is using our favorite spicy pasta sauce next time (which we were out of) for a bit of added kick. But LOVED it!

By: Allyson

Allyson — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:24:09 +0000

Okay, my husband and I made it tonight, and it is so stinkin’ good!!! After we had taken our first few bites, we both looked at each other and nodded in agreement. It’s a definite keeper!!

What’s even better is that it took VERY little time! YAHOO!! I LOVE that!!

By: Kendra

Kendra — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 13:43:50 +0000

I bet this is so tasty! I love using whatever is leftover. Those dishes usually end up being in the regular rotation at our house. And oh my goodness, I used to be OB.SESSED. with Beefaroni. I still have little moments when I pass it in the store. I’d probably throw up a little if I ate it now since things from childhood rarely taste as good as you remember. So I’ll stick with the memory, and it’s oh so good.

By: Tina O.

Tina O. — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:19:31 +0000

Oh, I LOVED the turkey gravy that you could get over rice or mashed potatoes! I just tried to re-create it recently and actually did pretty well, I thought. My kids liked it a lot, but I had to use ‘jar’ gravy which I usually find pretty gross. My older son has informed me that they do NOT serve that in school. I’m not sure if that’s good or bad, but I will make it again!

By: Megan

Megan — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:59:42 +0000

Great recipe! I definitely have to try this!

By: dd

dd — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 03:44:38 +0000

I made this last night for dinner. My dh asked where I got the recipe…and (of course) I said, “Same place I’ve been getting all my new great stuff – GreenLiteBites!”

He loved the recipe! I think it was really a comfort food for him. He’s been working full time and going to school all weekend. He came home needing a home cooked meal, and this fit the bill just perfectly for him. (It definitely helped that it was quick and easy to make!)

Thanks again, Roni! : )

By: Allyson

Allyson — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 17:46:31 +0000

That looks delicious!! I’m making next week’s menu tonight, and we’re definitely gonna have that!

Thanks Roni!!

By: Allison K

Allison K — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 15:20:02 +0000

Ryan is growing up so fast! What a cutie!

I was wondering if you’ve ever considered cooking the pasta in the same pan as the veggie mixture? I saw this “one skillet” thing on America’s Test Kitchen, tried a recipe and it was crazy fast, simple and delicious. They add either water or broth and then throw the pasta in, and the pasta absorbs all those yummy flavors already in the pan. I guess it’s the same principle as your Roni’s Chicken Surprise.. but with fresher ingredients?

This looks great, it reminds me of your Quick Pepper Pasta thing that inspired me to experiment with all the weird leftover veggies in my fridge!

By: Shana

Shana — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:29:01 +0000

I have made a similar dish. Adding frozen mixed veggies and splah of balsamic vinegar sweetens the mix a bit. It’s a great way toget “my toddler” to eat her veggies.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 03:15:31 +0000

Great recipe — I’m sure my hubby will love it! Look at Ryan! He’s such a cute and grownup little man!

By: Ashley

Ashley — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:11:01 +0000

Looks delish! I make a similar dish, only it’s baked. You line a casserole dish with your veggies, then cover them with a milk mixture and a few bread crumbs. You can also add cheese and it turns out just beautifully!

By: Ann

Ann — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:53:33 +0000

I was trying to boost the MD hits, and I did a double take when I saw the BU t-shirt. Props to you, Roni!!

By: Sara

Sara — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:40:49 +0000

Cute shirt! I have friends at Bloomsburg. I even used to spend a week there every August throughout high school for field hockey camp! Oh the good old days.