Don't be put off by the words "bacon" and "ranch"; this recipe from FitSugar reader VersaStick is a lightened version of bacon ranch squash casserole. She posted it in our Healthy Recipe group in the FitSugar community.
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Now that you know how to cook the perfect steak, aren't you curious to see how this bovine beauty's made across the map? Here, Julia Walsh shares how steak's done, the Frankfurt way.
A couple of weeks ago I attended the Ambiente design fair in Frankfurt, Germany, and as a journalist, I had full access to the Press Center there for the weekend. Aside from free wireless and happy hours with other international writers, my favorite part of the experience was lunch! The entrées at the Press Center were absolutely mouthwatering and I'm still dreaming of them. On my first day, I had this filet of beef with polenta and a wintry vegetable medley of bell peppers and zucchini. The little sprig of thyme was an adorable added touch!
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If you liked the unexpected pairing of butternut squash and panettone in a rustic Italian bread salad, then you'll love this unpredictable combination of squash with tart, bright green apples.
Skip the heavier, savory squash bread pudding or butternut-blended mac and cheese for a hearty meatless dish that also happens to be light.
Top the Winter produce pairing with pecans for added protein and a generous topping of bread crumbs to achieve a crisp crust. Want the recipe? Then read more.
Check out this recipe for stuffed acorn squash with turkey and wild rice that FitSugar reader eatspinrunrepeat shared in the Healthy Recipe community group.
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While Thanksgiving may be about giving thanks, the holiday is centered around one big meal. Let me rephrase: one big gluttonous, fat-filled meal. For some that's OK. Since the holiday only comes once a year, they give themselves leeway to go overboard. If this isn't you, don't worry! We've got 10 dishes that will let you enjoy all the sweet and savory deliciousness of Thanksgiving, minus the calories and the fat.
Tiring of the Fall soup-and-stew rotation already? Turn to a meal that's worthy of your attention and excitement, especially since it's ideal for everything from an impromptu get-together to a casual night in.
Roast red and yellow peppers, fennel, and Winter or Summer squash of your liking with herbs until fork-tender, then transform them into the center of attention by giving them a balsamic-and-vinegar treatment and a puffy crust.
The final product is cheaper than a galette you'd pick up from a comparable French bakery. For the recipe, read more.
Whether you've been eagerly awaiting golden leaves or you're still in denial that Summer's over, there's one easy to way to embrace Fall: by cooking your family a healthy, yet hearty meal that brings together all the flavors of the season. Pork tenderloin tastes great straight off the grill, but it's even more wonderful in Autumn applications. Here, marinate pork with garlic, sage, and seasonings.
Bake and serve with prepped, in season butternut squash and cooking apples like Golden Delicious and Gravenstein varieties that have been oven-roasted with butter, onions, and honey mustard. Your plate will look — and taste — as colorful as the changing leaves around you. For the recipe, read on.
I'm not a recession flexitarian yet — but my goal is to make today a meat free Monday. It seems easier for me to go light on animal protein at lunch, but dinner, my biggest meal, will be more challenging.
Not to worry: I found a hearty, meat-free alternative last night, and today, I'll be using the leftover beans to make an equally substantial Italian bolognese.
The herbed tomato sauce doesn't need beef to be satisfying — instead, I'll use meaty legumes and butternut squash. See the recipe when you read more.
Nothing beats a hot bowl of soup on a cold Winter's day. Add the warming spice mixture of curry to the pot, and your bowl of soup will taste as if it has extra powers to combat the chilly winds. Since Winter squash is one of my must haves for the month, I made a pot of butternut squash soup with curry and coconut milk. The effect is doubly warming but also somewhat sweet. Don't worry, I used light coconut milk that contains 68 percent less fat than regular coconut milk, significantly cutting the calories of this tasty soup.
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Now that you know how to prep a butternut squash, try roasting it and using it in a light but warming soup. In this episode of Killer Apps, chef Meg Hall shows us the easy steps to make Butternut Squash Shooters — a light and delicious appetizer to warm your palate, before your Thanksgiving feast! To learn how it's done, watch this episode of YumTV now!
