Butternut or other winter squash may be used instead of the pumpkin. This can be made either in the crockpot or on the stove.

Lots of great veggie burritos!

Meaty lentils are featured in this vegetarian version of Sloppy Joes. Serve on toasted rolls with a fresh batch of coleslaw.

1 8 oz can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon mustard…

1-1/2 cups lentils
3 cups water…

This soup can be served as is or run through the blender for a creamy version. You can adjust the spice to cool it down.

2 15 oz cans chickpeas, cooked
1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes…

1 quart chopped fresh tomatoes or 28 ounces no-salt-added canned tomatoes, crushed
1/4 cup lentils, rinsed…

Let the luscious fragrances of curry fill your home all day as it simmers in your slow cooker. Serve over hot cooked basmati rice with chutney on the side.

2 carrots — sliced
1 medium butternut squash — peeled & cut into 1″ cubes…

4 can Black eyed peas
1 Onion; chopped…

1 – 15.5. oz. Can Red beans drained or or Pintos
1 – 15 oz. Can Mexican Style diced tomatoes…

This can be served over pasta or rice.

If couscous is not available, this easy dish can be served over whole grains, such as millet, quinoa, or brown rice.

1 lb beans, assorted, dry
2 cup vegetable juice…