Tasty Sweet Tots

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Tater tots are beloved by kids…and many grown-ups, let’s be honest. This version combines yams with beans and uses baking to produce a more nutritious variation that’s more flavorful than the regular potato version. Tip: Yams and sweet potatoes are not quite the same, but if you can’t find yams, sweet potatoes are a suitable […]

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Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges

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Sweet potatoes need nothing more than a little spice to bring out their inner pizzazz. Enjoy these as an easy snack or a side for your favorite entree.

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Fall Fruit Salad

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Fruit salad can be amazing any time of year, and the fall is no exception. Look for tart apples and very ripe pears for the best balance of flavor and texture. To make this into a meal, use it to top warm oatmeal and add a serving of walnuts.

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Turkish Stuffed Peppers

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Peppers are a fundamental ingredient in Eastern European cuisine. The herbs and sweet spices that flavor the barley are sometimes surprising to Western palates, in the best possible way. This decadent dish is the perfect special vegetarian dish to take center stage at any dinner party.

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Wild Rice with Dried Fruit & Walnuts

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Enjoy your whole grains to the fullest with this elegant rice pilaf-style side. Pairs beautifully with oven-roasted chicken breast or pork tenderloin. Add in a salad of massaged greens for a complete meal that will be welcomed at the most elegant dinner table or a simple weeknight family supper. Tip: To toast the nuts, place […]

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Spring Rolls

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Making spring rolls is a fun way to get your kids more involved with loving vegetables. Let them sub in their favorite greens or try interesting combinations of crunchy salad vegetables. Bamboo shoots, rice paper wrappers, and bean sprouts can usually be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store. For added or […]

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Mustard Greens & Bulgur

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Jump back, Jack! You will not believe that something this good for you can taste so good. Serve it as the main dish with a small portion of lean protein such as poached tilapia for a robustly filling meal that will leave you happy with your choices for flavor and health. Walnut oil is a […]

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Savory Millet Cakes

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This versatile side can work with a wide variety of meals. Whether with salad or lean meat, this filling dish is a great option to have on hand. Pairs great with your favorite Guiding Star-earning tomato sauce too!

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