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This easy vegan chili in the crockpot is a dump-and-go meal you can set and forget! This healthy three bean chili is vegan, gluten-free, allergy-free, and full of plant-based protein, veggies, and bold Southwest flavors! A comforting dinner for a crowd or meatless make-ahead and freezer-friendly meal you can meal prep!
Skip the broccoli and let rich, creamy cheddar take center stage. Our Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup is deeply savory, with a velvety texture that dials up the comfort. Thanks to the slow cooker, making this dish is almost effort-free—just set it, forget it, and come back to a show-stopping bowl that stands on its own. Crusty bread or fresh chives can dress it up, but honestly, this soup shines without any extras.
Southern black-eyed peas in the slow cooker bring comfort with every spoonful, blending creamy beans with bold, smoky notes from ham or sausage. Each bite is soft but never mushy, layered with a mellow earthiness and hints of garlic and herbs. Cook them low and slow, and you get a classic Southern centerpiece—simple, nourishing, and rich with tradition. Pair with crusty cornbread, and you won’t miss a single crumb.
Holiday baking should bring joy, not a sugar crash, and these 20+ best sugar free cookie recipes for the holidays deliver cozy flavor with steadier energy. Using erythritol or monk fruit with pantry staples, they suit families managing diabetes, low-carb eaters, and guests who want treats without guilt. Expect tested classics and creative twists, plus clear swaps and smart tweaks like chilling dough or adding an egg yolk for golden color, tender centers, and crisp edges.
Planning a Paleo Thanksgiving can feel tricky at first, but it’s absolutely doable. Every dish here leans on whole foods, no grains, no legumes, no refined sugar, with sweetness from fruit or dates and fats from ghee, olive oil, or coconut oil. Prep smart: make sauces and pies ahead, reheat sides the day of, and swap nuts for seeds or use cassava crusts for nut-free pies (easy wins for mixed crowds). Mix and match mains, sides, pies, and quick treats to build a full, stress-free menu everyone will enjoy. Ready for 50 paleo Thanksgiving recipes?
