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It's the season where pumpkins are in full swing at our Cypress, TX apartments. Some people are carving pumpkins while others are simply displaying these bright orange gifts from the garden as a means of inviting autumn into their homes. In either case, there are plenty of seeds in every pumpkin, but not everybody knows what to do with them. Here are some ideas we thought would help.
1. Squash & Lemongrass Soup With Spiced Pumpkin Seeds
Fall is the perfect time of year to start getting your soup recipes ready for the upcoming chilly winter season. Even in Texas, the feel-good foods associated with autumn help to warm bellies and hearts at the same time. This squash and lemongrass soup with spiced pumpkin seeds displays a vibrant orange hue that's perfect for pre-winter preparations. If you don't use all the spiced pumpkin seeds in the soup, eat them on their own as a snack when afternoon hunger pangs arrive.
2. Cardamom Pepita Brittle
You may not think of sweet things when you think of pumpkin seeds, but this cardamom pepita brittle brings raw pepita seeds together with a combination of ingredients that make for an awesome dessert.
3. Healthy Pumpkin Granola Recipe
Leave the store-bought granola on the shelf where it came from because this homemade recipe is packed with plenty of things that'll power you through your mornings in a positive way. A combination of different types of seeds, power foods and a little pumpkin puree for good measure make this granola recipe fit for fall.
4. Pumpkin Butter
Give your toast something to be excited about in the morning by making your own nut butter spread. Swap out the raw nuts in this recipe for raw pumpkin seeds. Add a few ingredients to a food processor after you've baked the pumpkin seeds, blend until smooth and enjoy your fresh pumpkin butter.
5. Pepita Pesto
If you're looking for a versatile recipe that can be used several nights a week without getting boring, try this pepita pesto. You can pour it on steak, chicken, pasta or anything else your family might be craving.
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We all have good intentions when it comes to eating healthy, but holidays can sometimes take a toll on our time, energy and good eating habits. The following are a few healthy recipes to keep you energized and in good health throughout the holiday season.
Healthy Holiday Meal Ideas
- Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Sweet potatoes are low on the glycemic index and therefore a healthier version of traditional mashed potatoes. Using an Instant Pot makes preparation that much faster. Simply peel and chop sweet potatoes. Add sweet potato cubes to Instant Pot, along with salt, cinnamon, thyme and one cup of water. Cook in pressure cooker mode for eight minutes, then release pressure. Add maple syrup and coconut oil to potatoes and stir together. Serve in a beautiful dish.
- Vibrant Winter Salad. In the dark days of winter, sometimes you just need a little color. If you need a break from the soup rut, a bright salad is the way to go. You can make this salad ahead of time, which is great for holiday entertaining. For dressing, mix together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice and 3 tablespoons of orange juice. Set aside. Add sliced kale and Brussels sprouts to a bowl. Pour dressing over kale and Brussels sprouts and let soak for several hours or overnight. Roast thinly sliced butternut squash in 450 degree Fahrenheit oven and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Remove squash after 25 minutes. Add pomegranates, orange slices and thinly sliced red cabbage to kale mixture. Top with roasted squash and nuts.
- Skillet Honey Pomegranate Chicken Thighs. This is an easy protein dish to impress your guests. Mix together salt, cumin, chili powder, ginger and pepper. Rub onto chicken thighs. In a different bowl, mix together pomegranate juice, honey, vinegar, molasses and lemon. Brown chicken in a skillet and saute on each side until cooked through. Cook shallots in skillet. Mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water. Set aside. Saute garlic in skillet, then add molasses mixture. Add cornstarch and water mix. Reduce heat, stirring until thick. Add chicken back to skillet and cover in sauce. For extra presentation, add pomegranate seeds, chopped parsley and lemon slices.
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