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Sheet-Pan Italian Subs 

Ingredients: 

  • 4 Tbsp. melted butter, divided 

  • 2 loaves sliced bread, white or sourdough 

  • 1 lb. deli-style sliced ham 

  • 1/2 lb. salami 

  • 1/2 lb. sliced mozzarella 

  • 1/2 lb. sliced provolone 

  • 2 cups baby spinach 

  • 1 (8-oz.) jar pepperoncini, drained and sliced 

  • Parmesan and chopped parsley, for garnish 

Instructions: 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°. Brush half the butter inside a half sheet pan, then lay out bread in a single layer, overlapping slices to look like shingles. (Make sure the entire sheet pan is covered!) Press down on bread to flatten slightly.  

  1. Top bread with mozzarella, then layer ham, spinach, salami, pepperoncini, and provolone on top. Shingle another layer of bread on top, then brush with remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Put a second sheet pan on top of bread and weigh it down with a heavy skillet.  

  1. Transfer to oven and bake until the sandwich is pressed and starting to turn golden, about 10 minutes. Remove sheet pan and bake until top bread is golden, about 20 minutes more. 

  1. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan, and cut into squares, if desired. 

This sheet-pan pressed sandwich layers melty mozzarella, savory ham and salami, spinach, and pepperoncini between buttery, golden bread for a crispy-on-the-outside, gooey-on-the-inside crowd-pleaser. 

Fun fact: This pressed-sandwich method is inspired by panini-style cooking, where weight and heat work together to create a crispy crust and gooey interior. 

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Are you an online student interested in contributing your ideas?  

Join the OSGA team every Monday at 5 p.m. Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3376452611?pwd=P6uh3qGQ3hX8DzBwUWcbHSCzgniomH.1 

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Whisk of Wisdom Wednesday! Brought to you by the OSGA!

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Coconut Chicken Curry 

Ingredients: 

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil 

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 

  • 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more to taste 

  • 1 yellow onion, chopped 

  • 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and chopped 

  • 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, finely chopped 

  • 3 garlic cloves 

  • 1 Tbsp. curry powder 

  • 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 

  • 1 (13.66-oz.) can unsweetened coconut milk 

  • 1/2 cup frozen green peas 

  • 1 tsp. fish sauce 

  • Steamed white rice, lime wedges, chopped fresh mango, chopped cashews, and cilantro, for serving 

Instructions: 

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken and sprinkle with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to a bowl; set aside. 

  1. Decrease the heat to medium. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the ginger, garlic, curry powder, and coriander. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.  

  1. Add the coconut milk, green peas, and reserved chicken. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors meld, about 10 minutes. Stir in the fish sauce and season to taste with salt.  

  1. Serve the curry with rice, lime wedges, mango, cashews, and cilantro. 

Creamy coconut chicken curry with warm spices, tender veggies, and bold flavor, served with rice and fresh toppings for a cozy, crave-worthy meal. 

Fun fact: Cooking curry spices like ginger, garlic, curry powder, and coriander in oil before adding liquids is called blooming; it helps release their natural oils, making the dish more aromatic and flavorful without adding extra ingredients. 

--------------------------------Presented by the Online Student Government Association (OSGA.)  

Are you an online student interested in contributing your ideas?  

Join the OSGA team every Monday at 5 p.m. Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3376452611?pwd=P6uh3qGQ3hX8DzBwUWcbHSCzgniomH.1 

Passcode: Valley For more details, you can also email Mbrooks@valley.edu.  

Whisk of Wisdom Wednesday! Brought to you by the OSGA!

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Honey Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan Meal 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 ¾-2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs 

  • lb brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 

  • large sweet potato, peeled and chopped into 1" chunks 

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil, or avocado oil 

  • ½ teaspoon salt 

  • ½ teaspoon paprika 

Honey Mustard Sauce 

  • ¼ cup whole grain mustard 

  • ½ teaspoon salt 

  • ¼ teaspoon paprika 

Instructions: 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 

  1. Whisk sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. 

  1. Reserve ¼ cup sauce for later and marinate chicken thighs in remaining sauce. 

  1. While chicken is marinating prep veggies. Add brussels and sweet potato together in a large bowl with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika and toss to combine until veggies are evenly coated. 

  1. Add veggies to half of the sheet pan then add chicken thighs to other half of the pan. Discard rest of sauce. Roast for about 25-35 minutes, flipping veggies halfway, until veggies are tender and chicken is cooked through with an internal temp of 165°F. Broil at the end for about 2 minutes to crisp up the chicken, if desired. 

  1. Remove from oven and drizzle 1 Tablespoon of the reserved sauce over each plate. Enjoy! 

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a bold, flavorful sauce and roasted on a single pan with seasoned Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes, creating a hearty, balanced meal with minimal prep and maximum flavor. 

Fun fact: Sheet pan meals aren’t just convenient; they also help flavors blend as everything cooks together, making simple ingredients taste more complex. 

 

--------------------------------Presented by the Online Student Government Association (OSGA.)  

Are you an online student interested in contributing your ideas?  

Join the OSGA team every Monday at 5 p.m. Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3376452611?pwd=P6uh3qGQ3hX8DzBwUWcbHSCzgniomH.1 

Passcode: Valley For more details, you can also email Mbrooks@valley.edu.  

OSGA Monday Motivation

by Brandi Arreguin -

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Are you an online student interested in contributing your ideas?  

Join the OSGA team every Monday at 5 p.m. Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3376452611?pwd=P6uh3qGQ3hX8DzBwUWcbHSCzgniomH.1 

Passcode: Valley 

For more details, you can also email Mbrooks@valley.edu

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