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Seasonal flavors and holiday delights are among the fun things to anticipate as the weather turns cool and crisp. When it comes to food, this can mean navigating the abundance of goodies all around us. Marketing messages send little reminders of just how much we “need” that special treat, too. It doesn’t have to […]
Most would agree that two ingredients will make almost any savory dish even more delicious: garlic and bacon. We put both into a bold aioli sauce to serve alongside this roasted asparagus… because, why not? Roasting is a lovely way to prepare vegetables that preserves some of their firm texture while enhancing their natural sweetness. […]
These Cinnamon Banana Streusel Muffins include coconut flour as a gluten- and grain-free baking alternative. Made from the dried, ground flesh of coconuts, it is a natural byproduct of coconut milk production. Coconut flour is higher in fiber with a moderate fat content when compared to most other flours. While it has a fairly dry […]
We aren’t exaggerating when we say this dish is good enough to eat with breakfast, as a starchy dinner side dish, or for dessert! Cinnamon-roasted sweet potatoes and cranberries are a seasonal delight! They’re sweet with a touch of savory, chewy with a bit of crunch, and of course, the lovely flavor pairing of […]
Are you looking to infuse more pumpkin into your fall snacks? This Pumpkin Hummus recipe may be the one you’ve been waiting for! We love pumpkin because it is packed with vitamin A for healthy eyes and vitamins C and E for antioxidant and immune defense. Pumpkin is a good source of iron and […]
Looking to add sweetness to your meals but keep them loaded with vegetables? Roasted root veggies, such as beets and sweet potatoes, add natural sweetness to any dish! Beets also offer an excellent opportunity to hit that often-missed purple food group and may help control blood pressure. Sweet potatoes are an excellent choice of […]
Using a slow cooker for this BBQ Chicken recipe can save a lot of time in the kitchen, make for a delicious meal, and reduce the number of dishes you need to clean up after. It’s a win-win-win! One portion of this recipe is prepared in a slow cooker, which means hands-free cooking and […]
Roasting veggies is an excellent way to caramelize natural flavors and cook large amounts at once. These roasted green beans and fingerling potatoes work well not just for roasting together, but also for serving up as part of a plate method meal. Potatoes are a wonderful starch selection, despite some messaging that they are […]
Meals with vegetables don’t have to be light! This decadent dish is bursting with savory flavors and includes a couple of colorful, non-starchy veggies. Saturated fats are found in most dairy products like butter, heavy cream, and cheese. They should be consumed in moderation, but both saturated and unsaturated fats provide delicious richness to […]
Cauliflower is at it again, this time for breakfast. But, alas! If you’ve struggled to get in non-starchy vegetables first thing in the morning, this recipe will help you out. Cauliflower’s easily manipulated flavor is transformed into a delicious and slightly sweet breakfast that resembles your favorite traditional oatmeal. Rich in potassium and fiber, […]
