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These 3 Deliciously Festive Apps Come Together In Under 10 Minutes

Photo by Miachel Breton

November 12, 2018

The holiday season—a.k.a. party season—is upon us, and one’s thing’s for sure: Whether you’re hosting a supper gathering or a casual get together, finger food is king. Liven up the standard-issue cheese, crackers, and charcuterie board with seasonal, wholesome sweet and savory toppings on hearty crackers like Simple Mills’ Sprouted Seed Crackers, which are gluten-free, grain-free, and non-GMO. Our latest Food With Benefits video tackles three healthful toppers that are ready to serve in 10 minutes.

White Bean Mash + Pepita Chard Pesto

Serves 8

Ingredients

White Bean Mash

(makes about 2 cups)

2 can white beans, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic
3-4 tablespoons water
Salt and pepper to taste

Pepita Chard Pesto

(makes about 3 cups—will have lots leftover!)

1/3 cup roasted pepitas
1 bunch green chard (stems removed and rough chopped)
¼ cup fresh basil
Juice of one lime
3 tablespoons olive oil
2-3 tablespoons water
2-3 cloves garlic
1/3 cup nutritional yeast
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
Simple Mills Everything Sprouted Seed Crackers

Method

Make the white bean mash. Place all ingredients in food processor or blender and process until smooth
Make the pepita chard pesto. Place all ingredients in food processor or blender and process until the texture of pesto (smooth).
Spread some white bean mash on a Simple Mills Everything Cracker and then top with a bit of pepita chard pesto. Serve immediately.

Caramel Apples + Nut butter

Serves 6

Ingredients

2 medium to large apples (peeled and diced small)
1 ½ tablespoon coconut sugar
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2/3 cup water
½ teaspoon lemon juice
3 tablespoon coconut cream
Simple Mills Original Sprouted Seed Crackers
Sunflower butter or nut/seed butter of your choice

Method

Make caramel apples. In a saucepan place apples, coconut sugar, pumpkin pie spice, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a quick boil and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce liquid.
Add in coconut cream and continue to simmer for 1-2 minutes more until thickened, watching carefully so that the caramel doesn’t burn.
Remove from heat and spoon immediately over Simple Mills Original Sprouted Seed Crackers spread with nut or seed butter of your choice.

Crunchy Fall Superfood Salad

Serves 6-8

Ingredients

5oz baby kale, rough chopped
3 teaspoon Meyer lemon juice and ½ teaspoon zest
2 tablespoon roasted pepitas
2 tablespoon roasted sunflower seeds
¼ cup pomegranate aerils
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 tablespoons hemp seed hearts
¼ small red onion, very thinly sliced
Kosher salt to taste
Simple Mills Garlic & Herb Sprouted Seed Crackers and crumbs

Method

Place chopped baby kale into a bowl and toss with the rest of ingredients. Make sure to toss or massage the kale for 5 minutes so that the dressing “cooks” and softens the kale.
Place a bit of the salad on top of a Simple Mills Garlic & Herb Sprouted Seed Cracker and garnish with a bit of cracker crumbs. Enjoy!