Black Bean Veggie Burgers

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Vegetarian eating doesn’t have to be short on flavor, and these burgers are the proof in the pudding. They use cooked sweet potato as a binder, so plan them for the day after you’re making sweet potato and cook an extra so you can use leftovers to save time.

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Zippy Zucchini Dip

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A little heat is a great way to bring flavor to simple ingredients without excessive amounts of salt. Serve this lightly cheesy dip with your favorite whole-grain crackers.

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Spiced Banana Yogurt Dip

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This easy-prep party dip was picked by our partners’ dietitians because it offers great nutrition for little work. Serve it with sliced fruit or, for a special occasion, dark chocolate cookies.

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Ginger Egg Drop Soup

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If you want simple, easy comfort food, egg drop soup is a perfect treat. This broth is made with ginger for a bit of bite, which is perfect if you’re feeling a bit under the weather.

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Oil-Free Curried Roasted Vegetables

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Don’t feel like you have to go out and buy all these different vegetables. This cooking technique is perfect for using up odds and ends of veggies you have in the fridge. Just remember to steam the starchy vegetables for a nice texture throughout the dish.

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Hummus Masabacha

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Hummus masabacha is, at its heart, just hummus with some whole chickpeas in it. The trick to really fantastic hummus masabacha is to start from scratch and infuse those chickpeas with tons of flavor by cooking them yourself. It’s slow: they need time to get thoroughly tender, but the effort is well worth the end […]

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Gingerbread Muffins

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Fill your kitchen with the scent of the holidays any time of year with these scrumptious muffins.

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Vegetable Ragu

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A ragu is a slow-cooked tomato sauce that’s wonderful for a slow weekend dinner. Start it mid-morning and let it cook all day. Your house will smell amazing, and your taste buds will thank you come dinnertime.  

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