Homemade Gifts From the Kitchen

Grandchild with Grandma Baking Holiday Cookies

…tied with brightly-colored sneaker laces for your friend from exercise class. Cashew-Date Snack Bars, Kid Crunch Trail Mix (it’s not just for kids!), and Cheesy Chickpeas are also good choices …

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Five FNCE Takeaways

…free-from foods for just about any occasion. Innovative seed blends to replace traditional nut butters. Grain-free flours to create gluten-free goods. And protein made from peas or chickpeas to enhance…

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Roasted Jalapeño & Lime Hummus

Roasted Jalapeno & Lime Hummus

The heat of jalapeño peppers is balanced in this southwestern-inspired hummus by zesty lime. Serve with your favorite Guiding Star-earning tortilla chip or cut veggies. This would be an excellent…

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Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

Sweet Potato Chili

Round out the spice of this robust chili with the balancing taste of sweet potatoes. If you normally enjoy your chili with sour cream, try substituting plain, non-fat Greek yogurt…

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Edamame Salad Wrap

Edamame Salad Wrap

Make your lunch vegetarian, delicious, and filling with this bean salad as a sandwich filling. If you don’t have fresh pitas on hand, you can use any whole grain bread….

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Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin Hummus

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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