Kid Crunch Trail Mix

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Quick, easy and delicious. Store-bought trail mix is often heavier on the sugar than you’d expect. The trick to this trail mix is starting with a star-earning cereal and keeping the proportion of dried fruit and chocolate in balance with filling items like soy nuts and pumpkin seeds. If your family isn’t a fan of any one […]

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Passover Spinach Squares

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These spinach squares are pareve, containing neither meat nor dairy, and are often served as an appetizer at traditional Passover celebrations. Packed with spinach and leeks, this dish is a simple and flavorful appetizer that also works beautifully for any party where guests might appreciate a little extra veg in a light pre-dinner nibble.

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Zucchini Walnut Loaf

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Zucchini bread is an all-time summer favorite for almost any household with a zucchini plant in their garden…and their neighbors who keep finding anonymous donations of zucchini in the back seat of their cars. With this tasty and healthful recipe, you just might find yourself sneaking around behind the stealthy zucchini donors to snatch up […]

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Black & White Quinoa Dressing

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Dress up your dressing during the holidays with this lovely whole-grain dish packed with butternut squash and pecans! The rich array of autumnal flavors will pair perfectly with your favorite celebratory main course, providing a filling option that will tempt your omnivore friends and delight your vegetarian guests.

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Fennel Barley Risotto

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Fennel is a delicious plant from bulb to seed. The mild flavor is reminiscent of licorice, but in a light and fresh way that primarily adds sweetness to the dishes it accompanies. This barley dish, which is made in a slow cooker to achieve a risotto-like texture, is the perfect place for fennel to show […]

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Cashew Salmon & Apricot Couscous

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This dish looks fancy and tastes fancy, but each element is quite simple to prepare. The flavors come together beautifully for a wonderful meal to impress guests…or picky eaters. Tip: To toast nuts, place in a dry skillet over medium heat and stir until just browned (2-3 minutes).

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Texas Caviar

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Serve this version of a bean salsa at your next party with tortilla chips or enjoy it as a salad. Bean salads are great party food that will become lovely leftovers for the next day’s lunch. Tip: Offer hot sauce on the side to let guests adjust their own spice level.

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Texmex Tomato Soup

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If you want the comfort of tomato soup, but livelier, this recipe is for you. Spiced up with classic Mexican flavors and topped with crunchy tortillas, this spin on tomato soup is a fresh take on an old favorite. Tip: If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can use a regular food processor or […]

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