But we’re not always in the mood to undertake the efforts ofpickling foodsor canning foods.

We’re wild about Ratatouille-Style Pasta Sauce andMediterranean Kale and Cannellini Stew with Farro.

Wondering how to use up leftover vegetables like mashed butternut squash?

Spiced Nuts and Zucchini Corn Bread

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Stir in a scoop near the end of cooking time to thicken the texture.

and theseeasy and healthy juice recipesfor fast fruit fixes.

(The garbage disposal-refresh might just be our fave.)

Pineapple-Spinach Smoothies with sliced banana

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Crack some eggs, fold in your veggies, and pour into an oven-safe skillet to bake.

Voila: Breakfast (orbreakfast for dinner) is done.

OurChunky Applesaucecan be converted into a pear sauce.

Basil Pesto

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And if you aren’t in immediate need of a sauce, you might store for later.