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programs, one women with children program, an adolescent boys and girls program, and a program inside the prison in Lawton, Oklahoma. At Green Country, they continually see men and women set free from addiction, depression, eating disorders, and anxiety through a connection with Jesus Christ. Students in the program participate in Bible-based studies that target the root issues that began their destructive behaviors. In addition to their studies, pastoral counseling, and mentorship, students develop work ethics and social skills though the various forms of vocational training and outreach projects that Green County offers. These include serving at their thrift store, participating in drug awareness teams, car washes, and soap and jewelry making. Teen Challenge has an 86 percent success rate, and 92 percent of our graduates report good to excellent health. Green County is here to tell you that for every ADDICT, there is HOPE, and at Green County Adult & Teen Challenge, they continue to put hope within reach.
Did you know that the state of Oklahoma is ranked No. 1 in the nation for opioid addiction? We are also No. 1 in the nation for incarcerated women, No. 10 for deaths by suicide, No. 3 for mental illnesses, and No. 2 for substance abuse. This list of devastating statistics goes on and on. Everyone in Oklahoma is affected by this epidemic in some way. With these facts in mind, it seems like there is little to no hope. However, at Green Country Adult & Teen Challenge, they offer the hope and healing that this state needs. Green Country Adult & Teen Challenge is a 13-month, residential, faith-based recovery program located in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, for men and women ages 18-plus who struggle with addictions and other life-controlling issues. Green Country is two of the nine Adult & Teen Challenge programs in Oklahoma and two of over 1,400 global centers. Oklahoma has three men’s programs, two women’s
For more information, contact them at 918-512-8110 or visit their website at OKTeenChallenge.com/greencountry.
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Pasta Primavera Ingredients
Inspired by Food Network
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1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
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12 ounces pasta, ideally fusilli
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1/2 pound broccoli florets
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2 carrots, shredded
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, ideally Parmigiano-Reggiano Kosher salt, for pasta water and to taste
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1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Directions
1. In a large pot, liberally salt water and bring to a boil. Add fusilli and cook according to package directions. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper during the last 2 minutes of cook time. 2. Drain the pasta and veggies, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking liquid. Return pasta and veggies to pot. 3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil to medium heat. Add garlic and cook until translucent and golden, 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until tomatoes are wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in reserved pasta water.
4. Add tomato mixture to pasta pot, stirring to coat evenly. 5. Divide into bowls, top with Parmesan cheese, and serve.
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