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Roasted Beets with Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil

February 1, 2012 Dairy free

A simple but satisfying dish: roasted beets with extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt.

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How to Roast Beets

January 31, 2012 Dairy free

Roasting concentrates the sweet, earthy flavor of beets. Here are a few tips to make the process easier and more successful.

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Banana Mango Smoothie

January 27, 2012 All Year

This banana mango smoothie balances sweet banana perfectly with tart mango. Done in five minutes using three ingredients. frozen mango chunks, one medium-ripe banana, and unsweetened almond or soy milk.

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Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Candied Maple Pecans

January 27, 2012 Dairy free

Crunchy bits of candied maple pecans top these easy mashed sweet potatoes. They taste rich and sweet without added sugar or oil.

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Maple Candied Pecans, the Stove-Top Method

January 25, 2012 All Year

Sweet and maple-y with a touch of salt, these maple candied pecans will be ready to top your salad or dessert with less than five minutes work.

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Winter Dinner Salad with Chickpeas, Quinoa Tabbouleh, Pomegranate

January 23, 2012 Dairy free

Try this fall and winter dinner salad with touches from Middle-Eastern cuisine: spiced chickpeas, quinoa tabbouleh, and pomegranate. It’s dressed with garlic-infused olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.

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Cubed Butternut Squash with Thyme

January 21, 2012 Dairy free

Cubed butternut squash cooked in water or cider, dressed with olive oil, sprinkled with thyme, salt, and pepper. Simple, well-received. The thyme adds depth to the flavor.

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Basic Chickpeas (aka Garbanzo Beans)

January 21, 2012 Vegetarian Basic Cooking Techniques

Homemade chickpeas (garbanzo beans) cooked from scratch with garlic and bay leaves.

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Cutting Butternut Squash Safely

January 21, 2012 Vegetarian Basic Cooking Techniques

Here’s the safest way to cut a butternut squash, with step-by-step directions and photos.

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Strawberry Peach Smoothie with Cider

January 19, 2012 Dairy free

You can really taste the peach flavor in this smoothie recipe, made with a frozen peach, a handful of strawberries, non-dairy milk, and apple cider.

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