Smoky Tempeh Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe -- A hearty vegan main dish that's one of my favorite healthy recipes for Thanksgiving and beyond. Being a vegetarian for 9 years always made Thanksgiving a little bit of a tease. Between the wafts of roasted turkey, boats of creamy gravy to slather on literally everything, and the fact that 75% of the dishes were made with chicken stock or with bacon may have pushed me to bend the veggie rules a wee bit for this one and holy food day of the year. However, I did try my best to not simply eat a plate full of mashed potatoes and stuffing for dinner, and actually make an entree worthy of sharing the table with the prized poultry. Why this recipe works: Adding some liquid smoke to the tempeh gives it that savory, meaty flavor. Baking the squash ...
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5 Ingredient Microwave Apple Crisp
This quick and easy Microwave Apple Crisp Recipe is made with 5 ingredients, and in under 5 minutes. The simplest fall dessert made for one! As if apple crisp couldn't get any better, it's made in 5 minutes. In a mug. IN THE MICROWAVE. Like, hmmm I feel like apple crisp. BOOM. A couple chops here, mixy mix there, microwave, top with ice cream, inhale, repeat. I haven't thought this through or anything. Why This Recipe Works Cooking it in the microwave makes it ready in less than 5 minutes.Using granola makes the crumble topping sweet & crunchy.Opting for a firm apple gives it a better texture when cooked. *If you like this recipe, add this Skillet Apple Crisp to your list!* How to Make this Microwave Apple Crisp Recipe: Start by peeling, coring, and slicing a ...
Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
These healthy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are an easy to make recipe, with only 8 ingredients, and no added sugars, oils, or flours! Why This Recipe Works Using mashed bananas that are super ripe (preferably frozen & thawed) helps to sweeten these cookies without added sugars.The chocolate chips also add sweetness & go perfectly with pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon.Whole grain oats give these cookies texture, and are used instead of flour.*If you love these cookies, you'll definitely want to try these Healthy Cowboy Cookies, too!* How to Make these Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Start by preheating your oven to 350°F, and lining a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat. In a small bowl, mash together 2 bananas, 2 teaspoons of vanilla, and 1 ...
