There's no need to buy pumpkin pie spice. You can easily make your own at home. And it makes a great hostess gift for any fall event! Feel free to double or triple this recipe!

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These are addictive. They're sweet, salty, spicy, and crunchy. Cut back on the sriracha/chili flakes to tame these fiery nuts. Use smoked (not hot or sweet) paprika.

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Save money and increase nutrition in your burgers. The secret ingredient? Lentils!

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Who can resist thick, creamy decadent cheesecake? Try this low-fat version in the single serving size.

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.

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Making homemade stock is so easy! It's a third the price of buying it in stores.

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Ditch those packets from the supermarket, and whip up a batch of this simple, tasty taco seasoning!

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A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

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This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

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A quick and delicious smoothie to satisfy that sweet tooth in a healthy way! My kids LOVE these smoothies.

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A budget version of the rustic Spanish favorite. An herbed-citrus olive pesto adds color and intensifies the flavor.

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These add a hearty side to any meal.

At 300 calories a pop, donuts are an easy way to wreck a healthy breakfast. Not my baked ones. They're bursting with fruit and flavor--not fat!

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As the sweet grapes, creamy cheese, and hint of salty fish hit your mouth you will fall in love with this quick and easy appetizer.

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Chewy, homemade flatbread makes any meal seem special. Use in place of pitas, bread, or crackers!

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Scones are perfect for weekend house guests, hostess gifts, or picnics. Traditionally made with loads of butter and cream, mine use far less butter--and whole-grain flour.

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The perfect soup to warm your belly on a cold night or soothe you when you're sick.

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Skip the drive-through and serve these instead. Split one open, pop in an egg cooked your way and even some shredded cheese. Make a batch on the weekend and keep handy for hungry teenage boys (and their parents)!

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You and your family will love these super easy pretzels. The dough only needs 5 minutes to rest so from start to finish, this snack is ready in a flash.

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Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

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Try this fragrant seasoning blend anytime you want to replace salt in your recipes.

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This veggie stock has a stronger, richer flavor than most.

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Rice and broccoli is baked into muffin tins, giving each portion crispy edges and a cheesy top.

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the perfect dish for potlucks when you want to have something healthy on the table.

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