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A ceramic bowl brimming with a vibrant, plant-based vegetable stew featuring beans, corn, diced squash, onions, and leafy greens. Garnished with chopped herbs, it sits elegantly on a light green tablecloth.
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The Three Sisters Go Green

From: The Kick Diabetes Cookbook   Makes 6 cups (1.5 L) The three sisters––squash, beans, and corn––were the main crops of several Native American nations. These plants benefit each other, so they were grown close together. Not surprisingly, the combination of this companionable trio benefits people as well. Adding greens makes the mix even more ...
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A red plate holds a delicious vegan baked sweet potato topped with black beans, corn, chopped vegetables, and a generous drizzle of creamy avocado sauce. Chopped chives and a purple edible flower garnish this vibrant plant-based dish.
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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Avocado Sauce

  Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Avocado Sauce   Sweet potatoes (also called yams) are among the most nutritious and delicious of all the starchy vegetables. Use sweet potatoes with the bright orange flesh for this recipe.   Ingredients 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes   Potato Filling 2 Tbsp vegetable broth (or 1 Tbsp olive or avocado ...
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A pot filled with a creamy, plant-based vegetable stew, featuring diced carrots, peas, chickpeas, mushrooms, and celery in a thick sauce. This vegan delight appears well-seasoned with visible herbs and spices.
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Garbanzo a la King

I developed this recipe for our diabetes intervention patients when I was in the Marshall Islands – this photo was taken there.  We did a lot of one pot dishes and stews to serve over barley or brown rice. The dish can be made with simple ingredients or glamorized as you see fit (see suggested variations).    ...
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A bowl of plant-based vegetable stew with bright orange and yellow chunks, likely squash or peppers, topped with herbs. A spoon is placed inside the bowl. The vegan dish sits on a textured, dark surface, reflecting the careful guidance of a dietitians expertise.
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The Italian Pasta Full Meal Deal

This meal turns a favorite comfort food into a nutrition-packed meal.  Perfect for days you just need a warm, soothing supper. Makes 6 servings. 1/4 cup (60 ml) red or white wine or vegetable broth 1 onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups (750 ml) mushrooms, sliced 1 green zucchini, sliced in half length-wise and then sliced ...
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A golden-brown, round bread rests on a metal baking tray, topped with sesame seeds and herbs. This plant-based delight has a dense, crusty texture and sits elegantly on a red and green tablecloth.
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Tofu “Unturkey” with Stuffing and Gravy

            This is a perfect centerpiece for a vegan or vegetarian family, or for those hosting vegetarian guests. Instead of turkey, tofu is the protein source. It is shaped and filled with a stuffing of your choice. We offer 3 stuffing choices, but if you have a favorite, feel free to use that instead. ...
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