Peanut Butter Banana Oat Cookies

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If you choose gluten-free oat and oat flour, these cookies will be gluten-free. For more of a banana bread-like taste, add the spices from your favorite banana bread recipe and omit the chocolate. To make vegan, use dairy-free chocolate chips. Tip: Instead of buying oat flour, you can pulse rolled oats in a food processor […]

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Jambalaya Pepper Bake

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When it’s cold outside, you’ll be glad for an extra bit of spice in your meals. Stuffed with brown rice, lean meats, tomatoes, and a host of daring spices, these peppers are a great way to celebrate Mardi Gras, or any wintry Tuesday.

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Cabbage Rolls

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Cabbage rolls have traditional roots in many cultures, and for good reason. These cabbage-wrapped meatballs are stewed in tomato sauce for unbelievably good flavor. They’re well worth the time and effort and may well become one of your family’s most requested meals. Tip: If you don’t have cooked rice leftover from another meal, instant brown […]

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Pie Crust

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If you’re afraid of making pie crust at home, it’s possible because you’ve been told all your life not to use too much water. Here’s a secret for you: enough cold water to give the dough coherence will save your sanity without hurting the flavor of the dish. Don’t be afraid to add an extra […]

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Fruit Leather

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Drying fruit puree to perfection might seem daunting at first, but it’s easy to get the hang of. If you overdry the fruit, no worries—just let it sit out to soften. Cut it into fun shapes with cookie cutters or roll it up for a healthier mimicry of popular prepared fruit snacks.

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Straw & Hay Fettuccine

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Classic straw and hay fettuccine combines half plain pasta as straw and half green pasta as hay. Topped with sweet peas and a light cream sauce, this dish will also delight your tongue.

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Herbed Chicken Nuggets

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Chicken nuggets are a childhood favorite. They’re fun to eat with your fingers and to dip in your favorite sauce. We recommend a yogurt-based dip like our Herbed Blue Cheese Dip for a well-balanced condiment that goes perfectly with chicken nuggets and a plate of fresh veggies.

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Sweet Potato & Pear Latkes

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Latkes take a little more work than many of us have time for on a busy weeknight, but if you’re looking for a little something special for a holiday meal or weekend family dinner, this recipe is just the ticket. Lightly sweet and deliciously crispy, it’s the perfect option for celebrating without compromising on nutrition. Tips: […]

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