Squash Lentil Curry

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Serve this rich squash curry over brown rice, garnished with a dollop of plain, non-fat Greek yogurt, if desired. This dish is excellent for putting vegetables at the center of your table.

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Braised Greens & Pasta

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Although we recommend broccoli rabe as a nice winter green, this recipe will work equally well with your favorite dark leafy greens. Chard, kale, spinach—they all work with the simple, flavorful spices of this easy, veggie-heavy weeknight meal for all seasons.

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Squash Risotto

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Vegan, gluten-free, and utterly delicious, this recipe is a prefect addition to your celebration recipes—all of your guests are sure to gobble it up with relish. For easier preparation, feel free to replace the squash with canned pumpkin puree.

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Cranberry Slaw

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Bring the best of summer and fall together at your table with this elegant variation on coleslaw that is delightful as a side dish or a condiment for your favorite lean meats.

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Wheat Berry Salad

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Wheat berries are a chewy whole grain with a wonderfully nutty taste. This salad makes a perfect lunch in cold weather or warm. Prep the ingredients in advance, keeping them separate for a fast lunch. The wheat berries can be warmed easily by running them under warm tap water in a strainer to give them […]

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Turkey-Stuffed Peppers

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If it’s the wrong time of year to take advantage of turkey leftovers, you can use a roasted turkey breast or lean ground turkey. This recipe is meant to be flexible—mix up your lean meats, whole grains, greens and even the color of your peppers to find a combination that pleases your palate the most.

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Thanksgiving Chili

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Looking for a healthier way to use those Thanksgiving leftovers? This easy chili uses leftover turkey and that extra can of pumpkin you bought “just in case” to make a simple white bean chili that will warm your family when they come back in from playing in the not-quite-winter chill.

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Pumpkin Cornbread

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Pumpkin and cornbread are two classic fall favorites. By combining them, you can enjoy a rich new dish with better nutrition than your average cornbread and a flavor that is not to be missed.

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