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Homemade pumpkin seed butter is a simple, affordable, and delicious nut-free spread. Process pumpkin seeds until they’re smooth and creamy for an allergy-friendly “no nut butter” to be used on sandwiches and apple slices or in sauces, smoothies, and baking. This post may contain affiliate links where I may earn a small commission on qualifying…

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Hey guys! Head's up, I'm taking some time off social media. 2019 has been a doozy, and 2020 is looking pretty wild, too (in a good way!). I'm deleting social media apps off my phone and am excited to be more intentional with my limited time and priorities. And of course, to be more present with the people I love most in my favorite holiday season!
I'll still be posting new recipes and content on nutritiontofit.com, and I'll also be sending emails and updates through my email list (sign up at nutritiontofit.com/eatyourveggies to get on my email list and to grab my free ebook gift to you). You're welcome to send me an email (I'll check and reply!) but I won't be posting here or checking on comments or DMs on social media platforms.
Not sure when exactly I'll be back, but likely in 2020!
Have a great holiday season, take care and see y'all soon!

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Thanksgiving is kind of like THE foodie holiday, right? Appetizers, the turkey, allllll the sides, the many desserts...there is zero shortage of food on many Thanksgiving tables. Which is something to be grateful for!
But it's also understandable that with all of that food (and much far more indulgent than your everyday eats) Thanksgiving can bring some anxieties, especially if you're trying to eat a certain way for health or weight loss goals.
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As long as there is safe food for you to consume (i.e. if you have a food allergy), don't overthink it too much. Thanksgiving day is just 0.27% of the year. Thanksgiving dinner alone is just 0.09% of the meals you'll eat this year.
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It's what you do consistently the majority of the time that matters - not one day.
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You can still go in with a plan. Plan to eat a balanced breakfast (and depending on what time you eat, lunch, too). Know what you enjoy and what you don't, and plan to truly savor and enjoy the special foods you love.
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And more importantly? Enjoy the day. Keep it simple. Enjoy time with the ones you're with. Get outside and be active - go for a walk after dinner to see if any holiday lights are out yet, toss a football around before dinner, take the kids to a new playground, go on a morning hike, etc.
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Don't overthink it. Just enjoy it the best you can!

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Thanksgiving is a big food holiday, but remember - everyone is gathering to enjoy time together, including with you! Keep it simple, do what you can in advance, and take shortcuts where they make sense for you (i.e. store bought rolls).
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And make sure you're on my email list - tonight I'm sending out this SUPER simple last minute parmesan thyme acorn squash recipe. All you need is an acorn squash, olive oil, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and fresh thyme. I bet you've got half of those ingredients in your kitchen already!
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Sign up for the email list at https://nutritiontofit.com/eatyourveggies/ (or at the link in @nutritiontofit bio).

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Let's talk Thanksgiving FOOD SAFETY tips! Not a cool topic, I know, but (hopefully) the last thing you want to do on Thanksgiving is send your guests home with food poisoning!
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I've got a full blog post up expanding on all of these points, but here's the highlight reel:
1. Thaw your turkey safely! Safe = thawing in the fridge or in cool water. Not safe = thawing on the counter. Thawing times and other details in the post.
2. Don't wash the turkey. It actually spreads bacteria to more kitchen surfaces. The good news is, if you're used to washing your turkey, now you've got a little more time and ease on your hands!
3. Don't stuff the turkey. Okay, my great grandparents are rolling in their graves, but stuffing the bird creates risk of cross-contamination and makes the bird take longer to cook, which can also create a dry turkey.
4. You've GOT to use a food thermometer to ensure your turkey is all the way cooked through (internal temp should read 165F at the thickest part of the thigh) and to make sure food isn't hanging out in the temperature danger zone (40-140F), where bacteria grow the fastest.
5. The two hour rule! Don't leave perishable foods out for more than two hours.
6. Wash your hands both correctly (hot water and soap, thoroughly washing) and enough (SO much - see the list on the blog).
7. Ask guests about any food allergies, when possible. Involve them. Don't take it personally if they bring their own dishes to share. Food allergies are inconvenient, at best, and deadly, at worst. And while a guest with food allergies may feel annoying for you to deal with, it can be incredibly anxiety-inducing for someone to put their life in your hands, especially if you're not sensitive to the severity of the allergy. Lots of suggestions in the blog post!
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Check it out at https://nutritiontofit.com/thanksgiving-food-safety-tips/
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Comment with any questions, concerns, or your own best safety tips!

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Are you a fan of butternut squash? I am! They're similar to sweet potatoes in that they have a sweet taste and are packed with vitamin A, but they actually have about half the calories and grams carbohydrates of sweet potatoes (both are still perfectly acceptable additions to a healthy diet, just a fun fact).
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I made a simple maple spiced roasted butternut squash in my "Eat Your Veggies" e-book that is simple enough to meal prep for salads or yogurt bowls for the week, but delicious enough for your Thanksgiving table. Grab your free e-book copy at the link in my @nutritiontofit bio or at https://nutritiontofit.com/eatyourveggies/.

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What are your favorite ways to practice or show gratitude?

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This NEW Instant Pot cranberry sauce has got it all:
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1. It's simple (three ingredients plus water).
2. Lower in sugar than 90% of cranberry sauce recipes (but still delicious!).
3. Made in the Instant Pot to clear up room on the stove top.
4. Can be made in advance if you like as low stress Thanksgiving as possible!
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Head to the post for answers to ALL your cranberry sauce questions, fridge/ freeze storage time, the recipe, and yes, a tutorial on how to make on the stove top if you don't have an Instant Pot. :)
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https://nutritiontofit.com/instant-pot-cranberry-sauce/

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