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Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake

This healthier Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake is a lightened up version of…
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Healthy Gingerbread Muffins

These Healthy Gingerbread Muffins are moist and heavily spiced using applesauce, molasses…

Pumpkin Pie Hummus

Just 6 main ingredients for this Pumpkin Pie Hummus! In just minutes…
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Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Cheesecake

Cheesecake lovers where you at?! I’ve got THE cheesecake you must make…
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Farro & Kale Butternut Squash Salad

Say HELLO to your new favorite butternut squash salad with hearty kale,…
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Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

Looking for an easy french toast bake? This Pumpkin French Toast Casserole…
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A little less sugar, whole grains, paleo flours and vegan friendly. They’re still big on flavor, so your friends and fam won’t know the difference!
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Almond Flour Banana Bread

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Healthier Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

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Healthier Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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5-Ingredient Avocado Chocolate Pudding

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Healthier Special-K Bars

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Healthier Brownies

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Thanksgiving Recipes

We've got the best classic recipes with a healthier take to bring to your Thanksgiving (or Friendsgiving!) table. Side dishes are obviously a favorite so be sure to check out these Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Vegan Gluten-Free Cornbread, and let's not forget about Apple Pie!
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The Best Healthier Apple Pie

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Cheesy Potato Casserole

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Oat Crumble

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Healthy Pumpkin Pie Bars

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Healthy Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce

Delicious sweet & spicy roasted squash. Use acorn, sweet dumpling, carnival etc!

Sweet & Spicy Roasted Squash

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Easy Butternut Squash Soup {Instant Pot & Stovetop}

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Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

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Fall Favorites

Fall is the time for all things apple, pumpkin, cozy spices, warm drinks, soups and chili recipes. These are some reader favorites right now and seasonal classics.
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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

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Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

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Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

Fall Kale Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing

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Healthy Turkey Chili

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Vegan Gluten Free Cornbread

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Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats with Apples

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Pumpkin Spice Season

We love pumpkin spice season around here. There are so many ways to include pumpkin and pumpkin spice in recipes. From breakfast to dessert and even dinner.  Get inspired, try something new and find your favorites!
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Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Pumpkin Chili

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Pumpkin Spice Cashew Latte

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Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dough Bites

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DIY Pumpkin Spice Recipe

Vegan Butternut Squash Black Bean Enchiladas with a simple pumpkin enchilada sauce. Gluten-free

Butternut Squash Black Bean Enchiladas with Pumpkin

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Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread

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Vegan Pumpkin Muffins

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