Pumpkin Pie with Chocolate Crust

Yes, you can have it all! I’m not even joking, this healthy pumpkin pie will be the best pumpkin pie you’ll ever taste. It’s everything we love about the classic version, just modernized a bit with a few simple and healthier tweaks. It’s lightly sweetened with maple syrup and made rich and creamy with coconut…

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Roasted Carrots with Maple Pecans & Goat Cheese

It’s almost Thanksgiving and I thought you may be on the hunt for a fancy new side.  This dish is one of my favorite rustic fall sides. Sliced carrots, tossed with a heavenly mixture of olive oil, maple syrup, and cinnamon and then studded with fresh thyme, these carrots caramelize as they roast, yielding perfectly…

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Chipotle Pumpkin Chili

I’m not exaggerating when I say this is my favorite chili. This hearty vegetarian chili is a satisfying meal that you’ll feel good about eating every day of the week (which you’ll want to). It is so hearty with seasonal pumpkin for body and creaminess that is accented with spicy, smoky chipotle peppers. Topped with…

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Thai Red Curry with Chickpeas & Rice Noodles

Is there anything more cozy than a big bowl of curry? Loaded with bright, fresh flavors, tender chickpeas, and plenty of delicate rice noodles, this curry has been one of my go-to weeknight dinners for a while now. It’s super satisfying, yet still light (something I greatly appreciate) and the gentle spice is enough to…

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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Fried Sage

It’s officially pumpkin season! I thought it was about time to whip up a creamy, dreamy pumpkin pasta. This one-pot wonder defines comfort food, requires just a few ingredients and comes together in under 15 minutes. It is the perfect meal to make if you’re craving something hearty yet healthy this fall and while a…

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Simple Marinated Lentil Salad

Light & Refreshing I didn’t know that I could love lentil salad so much until I met this one. But I’ve been making this recipe on repeat around our house. It is seriously, the simplest salad to make and there is something about this combination of cool, zesty and healthy ingredients that just works. Summer…

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Grilled Zucchini & Corn with White Beans

Ahhh, summertime. This is the perfect, easy side dish or entree to enjoy on the patio on a hot summer evening and the best part is that it couldn’t be easier – just grill zucchini and corn then toss with marinated white beans, fresh basil, walnuts and shaved Pecorino. The whole process takes about 30…

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Cucumber Salad with Chickpeas & Lime Vinaigrette

Doesn’t it feel so easy to cook this time of year? I don’t know about you, but one glance at the abundance of gorgeous summer produce that’s available feels like instant inspiration to whip up something fresh and healthy. Yet one more reason why I believe summer is the most wonderful season. Truly, so simple…

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Italian Potato Salad

Sometimes, you just need a classic. Today is one of those days. Say hello to my healthier version of potato salad. This recipe is a classic for a reason – it’s packed with intense flavor, pairs well with just about anything, and is insanely easy to make. What’s not to love? This is a no…

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Sweet & Spicy Black Bean Salad

Is it just me… Or is there is something so incredibly comforting about a meal filled with beans, fresh veggies and a flavorful dressing? While I have a pretty standard recipe for black bean and avocado salad sometimes it’s a good thing to switch things up a bit. This 15-minute salad starts with a base…

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