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Pinto Bean and Rice Soup ~ Simple and satisfying, this soup combines tender beans, fluffy rice, and fragrant herbs for a cozy meal.

Pinto Bean and Rice Soup

Marinated Mozzarella Balls ~ Fresh mozzarella pearls marinated in a blend of olive oil, herbs, and garlic.

Marinated Mozzarella Balls

Cheesy Collard Greens Gratin ~ Easy vegetarian casserole with tender collard greens in a rich, creamy sauce made with two kinds of cheese, topped with crispy breadcrumbs.

Cheesy Collard Greens Gratin

Roasted Cauliflower with Peppers and Green Olives is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired side dish packed with bold flavors. Roasted cauliflower, bell peppers, Castelvetrano olives, and capers create a savory mix, while fresh parsley and lemon juice add a refreshing finish. Perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or as a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite main dishes. This easy-to-make recipe is a healthy, colorful addition to your table.

Roasted Cauliflower with Peppers and Green Olives

Holiday Pretzel Bites ~ Sweet-and-salty treats with just 3 simple ingredients. Perfect for parties, gifting, or holiday snacking!

Holiday Pretzel Bites

Mexican Cinnamon Cookies (Polvorones de Canela) ~ Easy to make, melt-in-your-mouth, cinnamon shortbread cookies.

Mexican Cinnamon Cookies (Polvorones de Canela)

Chili Tamale Casserole ~ Easy Tex-Mex bake with premade tamales, chili, and cheese. A dinner saver on a busy weeknight!

Chili Tamale Casserole

Cranberry Fluff ~ A fluffy blend of tart cranberries, sweet marshmallows, and pineapple that sneaks onto the table as “salad.”

Cranberry Fluff

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Chickpea Curry Soup ~ Protein-packed chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and warm spices in a comforting soup. Ready in 20 minutes. Vegetarian and Vegan.

Chickpea Curry Soup

Sautéed Red Cabbage ~ An easy, colorful, and budget-friendly side dish with crisp red cabbage, pan-fried with simple seasonings.

Sauteed Red Cabbage

Lemon Herb Tofu ~ Golden-brown tofu marinated in zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs, then pan-fried to crispy perfection. Easy vegan recipe!

Lemon Herb Tofu

Gnocchi Vegetable Soup ~ Quick and Italian soup with tender gnocchi and fresh veggies. Serve with crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Gnocchi Vegetable Soup

Mushroom Risotto ~ Creamy risotto with the rustic flavors of cremini mushrooms and fresh thyme. Serve as a main course or hearty side dish. Vegetarian or Vegan.

Mushroom Risotto

Green Beans and Tofu Stir-Fry ~ Plant-based stir-fry featuring protein-packed tofu, fresh green beans, and a savory sauce.

Green Beans and Tofu Stir-Fry

Candy Cane Kiss Cookies ~ Peppermint-infused sugar cookies topped with Hershey's Candy Cane Kisses. Perfect cookie for a cookie exchange!

Candy Cane Kiss Cookies

Tamale Casserole ~ Easy and comforting Tex-Mex dish made with your favorite premade tamales and a rich, cheesy sauce.

Tamale Casserole

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Savory Herb Mushroom Dip ~ Earthy and rustic dip with sautéed mushrooms and a blend of fresh aromatic herbs. Serve warm or chilled.

Savory Herb Mushroom Dip

Tamale Sauce ~ Smoky Tex-Mex sauce ready in 15 minutes or less! Yields 2 cups, the perfect amount to generously cover a dozen tamales.

Tamale Sauce

Ravioli Lasagna ~ Layers of ravioli replace traditional lasagna noodles in this easy comfort food dinner.

Ravioli Lasagna

Rosemary Tofu ~ Extra-firm tofu marinated in a savory, tangy rosemary-infused sauce, then pan-fried until lightly crisp. Easy vegan dinner.

Rosemary Tofu

Potatoes and Cabbage ~ Green cabbage sauteed with Yukon Gold potatoes and savory seasonings.

Potatoes and Cabbage

Roasted Red Onion Dip ~ Easy and creamy party dip with sweet caramelized onions. Perfect for Game Day! Vegetarian or vegan.

Red Onion Dip

Crispy Breaded Tofu ~ Extra-firm tofu steaks coated in savory seasonings and breadcrumbs, then baked to golden perfection.

Crispy Breaded Tofu

Green Bean Rice Casserole ~ Oven-baked rice with tender green beans, topped with a savory cheese blend. Easy Vegetarian or Vegan side dish.

Green Bean Rice Casserole

Seasonal

Crustless Veggie Pot Pie ~ All the filling of a classic pot pie with none of the crust! Serve over biscuits for a hearty homestyle dinner.

Crustless Veggie Pot Pie

Halloween Candy Cookie Bars ~ Got leftover Halloween candy? Turn those fun-sized chocolate bars into chewy, buttery cookie bars.

Halloween Candy Cookie Bars

Autumn Spiced Roasted Pumpkin ~ Fresh pumpkin roasted with warm and aromatic spices of the fall season for an easy side dish.

Autumn Spiced Roasted Pumpkin

French Onion Pasta ~ All the flavors of traditional French onion soup in a hearty one-pot comfort food dinner!

French Onion Pasta

Homestyle Vegan Meatloaf ~ Old school comfort food dinner made with plant-based ingredients. Vegan or vegetarian meatloaf.

Homestyle Vegan Meatloaf

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars ~ Easy and creamy no-bake fall dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust and spiced pumpkin cheesecake filling.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole ~ Tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions. Easy vegetarian side dish.

Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole

Vegan Brisket Recipe ~ Rich and smoky, plant-based BBQ seitan roast. Perfect for hearty dinners, BBQ sandwiches, or vegan holiday meals.

Vegan Brisket

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