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Puff pastry for the win!
![I was strapped for time and needed to host 25 people of all different ages. I saw all these great...](https://foodstand.imgix.net/uploads/post/photo/19518/410402b6-4f97-4992-a7d1-db8989b39899.jpg?bri=-20&con=-20&fit=crop&h=640&w=640)
I was strapped for time and needed to host 25 people of all different ages. I saw all these great puff pastry tarts via NYTimes cooking and decided to try my own.
- store-bought puff pastry
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When I’m craving sweets, I do this instead!
![Pitted dates, a dollop of unsalted peanut butter, and a dash of cinnamon. The kids will eat these...](https://foodstand.imgix.net/uploads/post/photo/19536/71a255cd-d8ed-43bd-803d-7ed56d674ae9.jpg?bri=-20&con=-20&fit=crop&h=640&w=640)
Pitted dates, a dollop of unsalted peanut butter, and a dash of cinnamon. The kids will eat these “date boats” for dessert too!
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allhatsoff2yu I grew up eating dates with peanut butter from the time I was about nine years old. Still a favorite sweet treat and my grandkids love it as well!
Here's one way to get kids to eat more fruit 😉
![DietIDdietitian's post](https://foodstand.imgix.net/uploads/post/photo/19533/378e685f-d78e-48fc-815f-6806d3ba6099.jpg?bri=-20&con=-20&fit=crop&h=640&w=640)
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reneeeats We make animal toasts all the time to get the kids to eat chia seeds and new fruit!
Does Almond Milk qualify as dairy?
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reneeeats I don’t think so, but I know it is classified as “milk.” @DietIDdietitian can weigh in
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DietIDdietitian For the increase dairy challenge, you certainly can use plant milks. Look for one that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D. Cheers!
If you can swing it, a food processor makes all the difference!
![I am part of a family of 5 - 3 teen/pre-teen sons - it means we need large quantities for meals t...](https://foodstand.imgix.net/uploads/post/photo/19530/ed094489-50bf-4b54-bc1a-4c211af9c176.jpg?bri=-20&con=-20&fit=crop&h=640&w=640)
I am part of a family of 5 - 3 teen/pre-teen sons - it means we need large quantities for meals to feed everyone. We try to eat plant-based as much as possible - so as the boys got older, I investe...
Kick your cravings with this simple tip!
![Whether in an office, at home, or on the go, keep a few pieces of hand fruit at arm's length duri...](https://foodstand.imgix.net/uploads/post/photo/19528/5d67cf00-0117-41cd-a3ab-5973aabaddd7.jpg?bri=-20&con=-20&fit=crop&h=640&w=640)
Whether in an office, at home, or on the go, keep a few pieces of hand fruit at arm's length during your day for instant satisfaction of your sweet tooth. Plus, fresh fruit is nature's decor, and s...
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reneeeats Tested this trick this week. I kept the clementines in a bowl on the counter instead of the fridge and the whole bag was gone in 3 days!
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DietIDdietitian That's awesome!!!!
Nuts are one of the most health-supporting foods you can choose!
![Sugar or chocolate coated varieties don't count ;-)](https://foodstand.imgix.net/uploads/post/photo/19538/f21a21a6-ea85-4a82-baed-7e78b4d96323.jpg?bri=-20&con=-20&fit=crop&h=640&w=640)
Sugar or chocolate coated varieties don't count ;-)
My favorite plant based cookbook series: Oh She Glows -so many fun, easy, delicious family friendly recipes!
ohsheglows.com
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"Browse hundreds of crowd-pleasing vegan recipes created by Angela Liddon, New York Times Bestselling cookbook author and award-winning recipe app creator!"