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Eco-Friendly Recipes

Not only are these recipes delicious, but they have the added bonus of being beneficial to our health AND the environment! Wondering how? Check out each recipe to find the added ways in which they help our planet.


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Zero-Waste Garden Pesto
Zero-Waste Garden Pesto

This variation of the classic Pesto Sauce is a true throw-and-go recipe, and will help you use up anything in your fridge or garden with zero waste!

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Zero-Waste Mushroom Powder
Zero-Waste Mushroom Powder

Mushrooms are incredible flavor powerhouses, adding in a kick of savory goodness wherever they’re added. Elevate your home cooking by adding in this easy homemade mushroom powder for an extra umami boost.

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Roasted Mixed Nuts
Roasted Mixed Nuts

Roasted toasty nut mixes are a staple of the holiday season, filling your home with delicious smells and even tastier snacks! Buying premade mixes can cost an arm and a leg, especially for “premium” brands.

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Pumpkin Apple Harvest Bread
Pumpkin Apple Harvest Bread

One of the joys of using seasonal produce is getting to explore all the delicious combinations of flavors and spices that make the fall feel like fall! This Pumpkin Apple Harvest Bread is the perfect example, mixing delicious fall fruits with nuts and spices to create a delicious, spice-filled, comforting treat.

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Garlic Herb Seasoned Popcorn
Garlic Herb Seasoned Popcorn

Popcorn is one of the most under appreciated and delicious snack choices out there, perfect for making any time, no movie necessary! This garlicy-herby blend is the perfect way to elevate your regular old salt-and-butter popcorn, not to mention a great way to use up thriving herb plants and dried harvested goods.

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Mint Ginger Lemonade
Mint Ginger Lemonade

Summer is here, which means it’s time to enjoy all the outdoor cookout classics like burgers, watermelon, and of course, fresh-squeezed lemonade! This recipe is a twist on the classic version, that’s only elevated by the incredible flavors of fresh ginger and mint.

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Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies
Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies

Nothing screams cozy autumn vibes quite like baking homemade cookies. Not only do these vegan Pumpkin Snickerdoodles have the perfect amount of spice, but they can easily be made with leftover Halloween pumpkins!

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Spiced Apple Butter
Spiced Apple Butter

Apple butter is a delicious treat with spiced, cozy flavors that’ll be sure to warm you up all fall and winter long. It’s so simple to make, especially with Homemade Applesauce, and makes a delicious gift to share with others for the gift-giving season.

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Homemade Pumpkin Butter
Homemade Pumpkin Butter

Pumpkin butter is an absolutely delicious way to add some (pumpkin) spice and flair to your autumn treats and meals! Spread it on some toast, pancakes, French toast, or whatever other vessel your heart desires, you can’t go wrong!

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Herb Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Herb Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Carving pumpkins is a fall tradition, and roasting & eating the seeds is a great way to get the most out of your Jack-O’-Lanterns. When tossed with some herbs and spices, these seeds transform into a crunchable, snackable treat for your scary movie marathons, not to mention that they help reduce food waste!

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Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-FreeSimple EcologyOctober 21, 2021Baking Mats, fallComment
Roasting a Whole Pumpkin (& Homemade Pumpkin Puree)
Roasting a Whole Pumpkin (& Homemade Pumpkin Puree)

It’s officially Fall, and that means it’s time for all things pumpkin! The easiest and cheapest way to enjoy the fall flavors is to simply roast a whole pumpkin yourself, and it’s way simpler than you might think. Not to mention, it’s a great way to use up your uncarved porch pumpkins at the end of the season.

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How to Freeze Fresh Produce
How to Freeze Fresh Produce

Summer’s coming to an end, and for many people that means that locally grown produce isn’t as readily available anymore. One way to save all the nutritional benefits of this fresh produce while still keeping your carbon footprint down is to freeze the produce yourself.

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Home Brewed Iced Tea
Home Brewed Iced Tea

Nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer day than some delicious iced tea! This recipe is so simple to make, and can be customized to fit whatever tea and flavors that you like. It’s sure to keep you cool and refreshed all summer long.

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Fruity Yogurt Pops
Fruity Yogurt Pops

There’s no better way to beat the summer heat than by enjoying a refreshing fruity frozen treat! A perfect snack for kids and adults alike, these yogurt pops are great for parties, barbecues, potlucks, & more.

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Homemade Hot Dog & Burger Buns
Homemade Hot Dog & Burger Buns

It’s finally grilling season, which means it’s the perfect time to try making your own Burger and Hot Dog Buns! Not only are these buns easy to make & delicious, they’re free of any preservatives and chemical additives that are often found in the store bought alternatives.

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Molasses Gingerbread Cookies
Molasses Gingerbread Cookies

Nothing beats freshly baked cookies during the holidays, especially some delicious chewy gingerbread cookies! This spin on a classic is so quick & easy to make, not to mention being gluten-free, vegan, and flat out delicious.

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Cozy Spiced Apple Cider
Cozy Spiced Apple Cider

With the cold weather rolling in, now’s the perfect time to snuggle up on the couch with a blanket and a delicious cup of Cozy Spiced Apple Cider! Made with only a few ingredients, this recipe is so easy to make & is easily customizable, and tastes so much better than the store bought versions.

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Spiced Apple Cookies
Spiced Apple Cookies

These cozy, Spiced Apple Cookies are the perfect treat for autumn, or really any time of the year! With all of the flavors of a delicious apple crumble in a snackable cookie form, they’re perfect on their own or jazzed-up topped with some vanilla ice cream and a scoop of Homemade Applesauce!

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Make Your Own Dried Herbs
Make Your Own Dried Herbs

Whether you have a thriving herb garden in your back yard, or you’re looking for a way to preserve the fresh ingredients you have in the fridge, drying herbs yourself is the way to go. Not only is it so easy & simple, and it’s sure to save you some money, you’ll never go back to buying dried herbs at a store again!

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Homemade Grape Jelly
Homemade Grape Jelly

Grape Jelly is a staple in almost every household, perfect for Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches, morning toast or pancakes, or even dolloped onto some vanilla ice cream.

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