Recipes

Roasted pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet with pumpkins in the background

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Pumpkin Seeds, Roasted

Don’t throw out your pumpkin seeds this year! Follow this simple three-ingredient recipe to make delicious roasted pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin seeds are a good source of fiber and protein, making them a great, filling snack choice or crunchy topping on a salad! For extra flavor, sprinkle your favorite dried seasoning, like garlic, onion, nutritional yeast, […]

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Pumpkin or Squash Bread sliced on a white plate

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Pumpkin or Squash Bread

Fall is in full swing and this simple quick bread is perfect for the season. This recipe is a great way to use canned, frozen, or fresh pumpkin or squash puree you have on hand, and it is perfectly moist. Make it your own by adding chopped nuts or raisins for additional flavor and texture.  […]

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5 Tips for Make-Ahead Breakfasts

We hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it is the meal that is so often overlooked.  Why do so many people skip breakfast?  Sometimes not having enough time in the morning, unsure of what to make for breakfast,  or not being hungry are reasons why breakfast isn’t eaten.  Help […]

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Picture of Lentil Spaghetti Sauce on top of whole wheat spaghetti in a white bowl

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Lentil Spaghetti Sauce

Whether you are trying to add more fiber to your meals or trying to prepare more plant-based meals at home, this is a great way to add fiber and protein to your spaghetti sauce. A one cup serving of this spaghetti sauce has 6 grams of fiber (21% of your daily needs) and 10 grams […]

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Baked oatmeal on a white plate

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Baked Oatmeal

Try this simple make-ahead breakfast recipe idea. I used frozen blueberries and added walnuts for an extra crunch! You can replace the blueberries with your favorite frozen fruit like mixed berries or strawberries, this recipe also has fiber and protein which helps your body feel full and satisfied. I hope you enjoy this recipe as […]

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Pasta with Garlic Spinach and White Beans

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Pasta with Garlic Spinach and White Beans

You may be thinking beans and pasta, together? YES! By adding beans to this dish you increase the protein and fiber content. If you are not a fan of beans, that’s okay. Try adding a different cooked lean protein to the recipe like boneless, skinless chicken or lean ground meat. Wait until you smell and […]

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Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Egg Bites

This is an easy and healthy grab-and-go breakfast option for your busy week. I love making my mornings as simple as possible, and having pre-made breakfast options ready to go is a huge time saver. This recipe is great because it can be altered based on your taste preferences. I loaded mine with diced red […]

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Massaged Kale Salad

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Massaged Kale Salad

If you’re wondering, yes you do have to massage the kale in this recipe, and yes it’s actually fun. I was unfamiliar with the process of massaging kale until I learned why it is so important. Massaging the kale with oil and lemon juice helps break down the tough fibers and removes the bitterness in […]

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Blueberry cobbler with dish of fresh blueberries

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: Blueberry Cobbler

This was my first time making a blueberry cobbler, and it was a tasty success! Now that blueberry season is starting in Maine, I think having recipes on hand that include blueberries is essential. Read more about Maine wild blueberries in the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s publication Vegetables and Fruits for Health: Wild Blueberries.  […]

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No-Bake Chocolate Chip Bites with mini chocolate chips spilled on the table

Mainely Dish Recipe Video: No-Bake Chocolate Chip Bites

Chocolate and peanut butter, could there be a more delicious combination? This recipe has officially been added to my go-to snack rotation because it is easy to make, and it doesn’t require an oven which is perfect for warm summer days. If you haven’t tried meal prepping, now is a great time to start. Even […]

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