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A plate of chocolate zucchini muffins.

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These rich, double-chocolate muffins could actually be cupcakes with a little icing. And the zucchini and applesauce make them so moist – and offer a little extra nutrition!

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Baked Goods

Zucchini Bread

It isn’t summer without zucchini bread, right? Whether you grow your own, have a generous neighbor, or just shop what’s in season at the grocery store (good for you!), zucchini is everywhere right now.

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A dish with a black bean burger and a side dish of roasted vegetables and corn.

Side Dishes

Cajun Vegetables

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)

Why make birdseed ornaments without gelatin? Even though I don’t eat meat, I don’t impose my diet on my pets and feed them regular pet food (well, more specifically, they all eat prescription food recommended by our veterinarian, but none of them are vegan). In general, I believe birds and animals should eat as God […]

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Bowl of orzo and fruit salad

Featured

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

Appetizers and Snacks

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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NO ANIMALS WERE HARMED IN THE CREATION OF THESE RECIPES.

Hi, I'm Denise.
I don't own a tofu press.

Nothing against tofu presses, or tofu in general.  But I like to keep things simple in my kitchen.  More gadgets just means more clutter and more things to clean, right?  Most of the recipes here just require the basics - and some good, fresh ingredients. 

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