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Pumpkin FrittersWith “pumpkin-flavored everything” season in full swing, try our savory pumpkinfritters for a break from all of the sweet pumpkin treats! They’re sure to make a greatside dish at your next meal, offering all of the health benefits pumpkin provides, ina delicious baked fritter.

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1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and stir until well-mixed.

3. Scoop 1/4-cup portions onto baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and press each one down to form �at cakes.

4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.

5. Serve with your favorite sweet or savory toppings, like hot goat cheese crumbles or green apple slices.

Nutrition Information: Calories: 75; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 12mg; Total Carbohydrate: 15g; Dietary Fiber: 3.5g; Sugars: 9g; Protein: 3g; Vitamin A: 150%; Vitamin C: 4%; Iron: 9%; Calcium: 2.5%.

Instructions:

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Ingredients:

2 cups canned pumpkin puree

3/4 cup cooked oats(prepare according to package)

1 egg

3/4 cup whole wheat �our

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

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Did you know that other than skin cancer,breast cancer is the most common canceramong American women? Keeping ahealthy weight, exercising regularly,limiting alcohol, quitting tobacco, monthlyself-exams and being aware of your familyhealth history are good ways to reduce yourrisk of developing breast cancer.

Breast CancerAwareness

Maintain a healthy weight.

Exercise regularly.

Limit alcohol.

Quit tobacco.

Monthy self-exams.

Servings: about 10Serving size: 1 fritter

Family health history.