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Pumpkin isn’t just for pies! Did you know that pumpkins are technically a fruit? Pumpkin is high in beta-carotene just like carrots. This means pumpkin is good for your eyes, skin and keeping you from getting sick! Try a pumpkin bread recipe, or roasting pumpkin in the oven this month.
Below is a fun cooking video that can be done safely at home with a parent to make pureed pumpkin out of pie pumpkins.
How to Roast Pumpkin-Heartland
(Video courtesy of Heartland Trails)
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Pumpkin Chili
Pumpkin is a great addition to chili. It provides chili with a hearty texture and provides some extra fiber and nutrients to your chili,particularly beta carotene which is great for your eyes. Try pairing fall's 2 biggest players together for a delicious pumpkin chili.
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FALL in Love with Greek Yogurt
Check out these two recipes for super easy, healthy, and tasty dips for the Fall season. For those pumpkin spice lovers and peanut butter lovers out there... you can't go wrong with these creamy, protein-packed dips. Pair them with fresh fruit or graham crackers for the perfect snack.
