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Black Bean and Sweet Potato Quesadillas

To boil, place sweet potato chunks in pan. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cover pot and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain pot, then mash sweet potatoes and combine with salt.

Jammin’ Blueberry Jam

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the blueberries, ¼ cup water, orange juice, and sugar. Stir gently, and bring to a boil.

Purple Blueberry Slushy

Add all ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!

Rhode Island is home to many scenic, accessible bike paths. Most of them are built in former railroad corridors, making them flat and suitable for cyclists of all levels. Put your feet to the pedals and check out these paths.

Work It Out(side)

Living in the Ocean State, we’re lucky to have such a variety of outdoor recreation and fitness opportunities right in our backyard.

12 Tips for Managing Your Diabetes

Rice and Beans

In a medium saucepan, combine rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low; simmer for 30-40 minutes until done.

Pasta with Chickpeas and Olives

In a large pot, cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Stir in basil, thyme, oregano, and pepper and sauté 1 minute.

Sweet Potato and Chard Latkes with Cranberry-apple Chutney and Greek Yogurt

For latkes Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potato and cook, stirring until lightly browned, for about 10 minutes. Add ½ cup breadcrumbs, sage, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

The Great Pumpkin

Think beyond pie—this squash is delicious in soups, pastas, pancakes, and more.