Garlic-Roasted Cabbage

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One of the simplest ways to work with cabbage, slicing it and roasting it with aromatic herbs and spices is also one of the most delicious ways to enjoy it. Play with the herbs and spices you have on hand to make this a special dish all your own.

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Holiday Slaw

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This simple slaw is a great dish to make with kids home for winter vacation–plenty for little hands to measure and chop! The wintery flavors are a perfect light side to serve with a pork roast.

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Chocolate Avocado Frosting

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Frosting is an easy menu item to remove to cut back on the sugar impact from dessert, but let’s face it: sometimes you just want frosting. On a cupcake or on a spoon, it’s a pleasure. This nutritious variation on chocolate frosting can be tweaked with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to fit whatever you’re […]

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Green Goddess Sandwich

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Taking its inspiration from the classic dressing, this vegan sandwich is packed full of vegetables to make sure your day isn’t short on greens.

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Pumpkin Hummus

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This good-sized batch of hummus is the perfect appetizer for a fall or holiday gathering. Serve with sliced apples and whole-grain crackers.

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Pumpkin and chocolate are a wonderful combination, especially when paired with that classic fall spice combination. Lightly sweetened with dates, these cookies are delicious and keep the sugar in your treats low.

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Tofu Scramble with Greens

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If you can’t find broccolini or aren’t sure about working with it, it’s essentially a bitter green with the texture of broccoli. Broccoli makes a fine substitute if you want a milder flavor. Mustard greens work well if you like bitter greens but can’t find broccolini in your local store.

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No-Bake Pecan Carrot Bars

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If you have a spiralizer, you can use the ricing option to make carrot “rice” as an alternative to grating the carrots. Play around with the balance of nuts, nut butters, and dried fruit to make it your own. Look for nut butters that have one ingredient (nuts!) and dried fruit that is either unsweetened […]

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