Tag Archives: squash

Adzuki Bean and Squash Stew – slow cooker style

It’s National Bean Day! Did you know one cup of beans supplies more than 10g of fiber?  The water soluble kind that helps lower cholesterol. And they give us vitamin B6, iron, magnesium, potassium, vitamin C, protein and more! In … Continue reading

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Zucchini – Grilled with Canadian Bacon & Pine Nuts

The last of the summer zucchini are finding their way to my kitchen  – and a gas grill works in any kind of weather!  So throw on some steaks and have a delicious, healthy side dish to go with it!  … Continue reading

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Patty Pan Squash with Sausage and Pasta

Summer is over, but if you’re lucky enough to still have some patty pan squash, here is a hearty recipe that is simply delicious!

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Pumpkin – An Easy Way to Cook

Pumpkin!  I’m seeing them popping up in the grocery stores already – but that’s OK with me!  We love to eat them – especially the sugar (or pie) pumpkins!  You can to use them in pies or other recipes or … Continue reading

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A Whole Lot’a Pumpkins Goin’ On!

In 2014 the United States grew nearly 2 BILLION pumpkins.  And we ate less than 1/3 of all that fiber rich food full of potassium and beta carotene!  How many people could we have fed with all that went into … Continue reading

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