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Roasted vegetable rotini from above, on cutting board with zucchini and black pepper
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Roasted Vegetable Rotini

Nothing says summer like roasted vegetables. And nothing says delicious quite like pasta. There are so many wonderful kinds: ravioli, gnocchi, macaroni, lasagna, spaghetti… That being said, you really should only use rotini noodles in this roasted vegetable pasta. It’s great at holding a thin layer of cheddar cheese and marinara sauce. And melted cheese […]

Overnight oats with toppings and a banana on the side
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Overnight Oats (no added sugar!)

These are called overnight oats — but to be honest, you can get away with soaking the oats for just one hour, which is fantastic for when you wake up in the morning and you want oats, but you forgot to prep the night before. No worries! They’ll be ready by the time you finish […]

Butternut Squash Pasta side view with cloth
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Butternut Squash Pasta

Butternut squash pasta is a dish that was inspired by mac and cheese and does it one better. It‘s rich and creamy while being way healthier. Featuring a whole butternut squash in the sauce but also enough cheddar to be reminiscent of that boxed Kraft mac and cheese you ate as a kid, butternut squash […]

Rosemary Garlic Bread on plate with a slice
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Rosemary Garlic Bread

Months ago, I bought a rosemary plant with the sole intention of using it to make bread. Today I am proud to say that was a worthy investment. Rosemary garlic bread is rich and flavorful, not to mention easy on the eyes and nose. While rolling out the bread pieces, I actually took out the […]

Baked Steel Cut Oats piece on plate with spoon
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Baked Steel Cut Oats

They’re chewy, crunchy, and packed with flavor. Baked steel cut oats have it all, featuring sliced apples, almonds, chia, and oats for a healthy and hearty meal. They’re also super quick to throw together — just one bowl and 15 minutes necessary. Admittedly, they take a bit longer to actually bake. The hardest part is […]

Dal Dhokli served in bowl on table
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Dal Dhokli

The other day, I was trying to come up with a name for this dish in English, and the closest thing I could get to was “Indian pasta soup.” Which might make it sound like minestrone soup, but they are definitely not the same. Don’t get me wrong — I love me some good minestrone. […]

Spinach sandwich bread on cutting board, side view with loaf in background
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Spinach Sandwich Bread

Spinach sandwich bread is an easy way to eat healthy, hiding 1 pound of spinach in its depths. You couldn’t tell from the taste, though — the spinach bread is mild and perfect for breakfast (or any other meal). The loaf is also really pretty: it rises well and is a beautiful shade of green […]

Whole wheat gnocchi on plate
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Whole Wheat Gnocchi

These 4-ingredient whole wheat gnocchi are possibly the easiest and fastest pasta to make from scratch. I know I didn’t expect making pasta to be so straightforward the first time I made gnocchi! No pasta machine or fancy shaping tools are necessary, just a way to steam potatoes and a sharp knife to cut your […]

Flax Bread birds-eye view with many slices cut
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Heart-Healthy Flax Bread

This bread will really help clean out your arteries. It has a cup of flaxseed, which dramatically cuts bad LDL cholesterol, and no refined sugar. Warm spices add flavor and mask the taste of flaxseed (which we know not everyone likes). So this flax bread is actually one of the healthiest sandwich loaves you can […]

Cornbread Casserole on cutting board with red bell pepper
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Cornbread Casserole

This cornbread casserole is truly a step up from your average weeknight dinner. It smells amazing while it bakes. It’s beautiful and golden when it comes out of the oven. It’s studded with colorful vegetables: bright bell peppers and vibrant corn. And the texture? Moist, cheesy and simply a delight to eat. This casserole goes […]