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This version of shrimp boil veggies allows you to cook a whole pan of just the veggies for a group, and you can just fix whatever protein you want separately.

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Lifestyle

Small Steps to Sustainability

I’m just not ready to start a compost pile and I don’t own an electric car, but I’m all about the idea that small steps to sustainability can make a big difference.

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Heart-shaped birdseed ornaments on a tray

Lifestyle

Birdseed Ornaments (without gelatin)

Unlike most homemade birdseed ornaments recipes, this one doesn’t call for gelatin. It’s a fun project and a nice, safe treat for your backyard birds!

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Bowl of orzo and fruit salad

Lunch Ideas

Orzo and Fruit Salad

Orzo and fruit salad is a mix of healthy grains, fruit, and fresh herbs topped with pistachios! It makes a perfect cool summer side dish.

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Chickens on a farm in the sunshine

Lifestyle

How to Buy Eggs: What the Labels Mean

If you eat eggs, know what the labels mean. Make the choice that’s right for you – and causes the least harm.

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Bowl of gnocchi with roasted vegetables

Featured

One Pan Gnocchi with Roasted Vegetables

One Pan Gnocchi with Roasted Vegetables couldn’t be easier to make! It comes together in half an hour, with virtually no cleanup – score!

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Flatbreads topped with veggies and herbs

Recipes

Easy Veggie Flatbread

This Easy Veggie Flatbread is a super simple lunch or dinner that comes together in minutes. Vary the veggies and herbs to make it yours!

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Half of a chickpea salad sandwich on a plate

Recipes

Chickpea Salad

Chickpea salad makes a great meatless sandwich on wheat bread (or a wheat wrap) with lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

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Sweet potato and black bean burger on a hamburger bun with pineapple ring

Recipes

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers

These Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers have a spicy twist that will have you dreaming of island breezes!

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Polenta cakes on a plate with tomato sauce

Recipes

Polenta Cakes with Summer Tomato Sauce

Using a tube of pre-cooked polenta, simply cut half inch slices from the roll (much like you would slice a tube of chocolate chip cookie dough) and fry in a little olive oil.

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Hey there! 

I'm Denise.
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I'm so glad you're here!  I created this space to share mostly plant-based recipes and easy tips for a feel-good lifestyle!  I'm all about progress over perfection.  There's room here for you, whether your are a long-time vegan, a sometimes-wanna-be-vegetarian, or just someone who wants to add more veggies to their diet.  Let's have some fun! 

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