No one is disputing the health benefits of working meatless meals into the weekly rotation.
A diet full of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, lentils and nuts is rich in fiber, vitamins and a host of other nutrients. But what can get lost amid all the nutritional chatter is that it’s also a delicious way of eating.
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