Pumpkin Archives - Pound Dropper https://thepounddropper.com/category/pumpkin/ WW Recipes-turning everyday meals into healthy alternatives Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:11:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://thepounddropper.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Pumpkin Archives - Pound Dropper https://thepounddropper.com/category/pumpkin/ 32 32 Sheet Pan Meals: The Simple, Stress-Free Way to Eat Healthy on Your Wellness Journey https://thepounddropper.com/sheet-pan-meals-the-simple-stress-free-way-to-eat-healthy-on-your-wellness-journey/ https://thepounddropper.com/sheet-pan-meals-the-simple-stress-free-way-to-eat-healthy-on-your-wellness-journey/#respond Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:25:06 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=51140 Sheet pan meals are one of the easiest, most convenient ways to prepare nutritious, balanced food with minimal effort and cleanup. If you’re looking for a sustainable approach to healthy eating, this cooking method might just become your new best friend! If you’re on a wellness journey, you already know that consistency is everything. Whether …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/sheet-pan-meals-the-simple-stress-free-way-to-eat-healthy-on-your-wellness-journey/feed/ 0 Lightened Up Thanksgiving Recipes https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-thanksgiving-recipes-2/ https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-thanksgiving-recipes-2/#respond Sat, 08 Nov 2025 16:33:52 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=49297 While turkey is usually the star at the Thanksgiving table-we’ve got you covered on watering side dishes and appetizers! This Thanksgiving, why not bring a healthier twist to the table without sacrificing flavor? I’ve created a collection of lightened-up recipes that are just as comforting and festive as the classics—but with lightened up ingredients that …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-thanksgiving-recipes-2/feed/ 0 15 Lightened Up Soup Recipes https://thepounddropper.com/15-lightened-up-soup-recipes/ https://thepounddropper.com/15-lightened-up-soup-recipes/#respond Sat, 25 Oct 2025 16:29:35 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=49292 Grab your pot, it’s officially soup season! Soup, Stew, and Chili are some of my favorite meals in the fall and winter. Whether you are looking for a hearty and filling soup, or something more light and veggie-based, these soup recipes will keep you warm and cozy all season long!  As the weather cools down, …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/15-lightened-up-soup-recipes/feed/ 0 Slow Cooker Lightened Up Pumpkin Spice Cake  https://thepounddropper.com/slow-cooker-lightened-up-pumpkin-spice-cake/ https://thepounddropper.com/slow-cooker-lightened-up-pumpkin-spice-cake/#comments Sat, 11 Oct 2025 17:37:00 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=49332 This slow cooker lightened up pumpkin cake is the perfect cozy dessert for fall and the holiday season—warm, spiced, and incredibly easy to make! With just a few simple ingredients like pumpkin purée, kodiak pancake mix or flour, eggs, and classic spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, this recipe comes together in minutes and …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/slow-cooker-lightened-up-pumpkin-spice-cake/feed/ 1 10 Lightened Up Oat Recipes To Make https://thepounddropper.com/10-lightened-up-oat-recipes-to-make/ https://thepounddropper.com/10-lightened-up-oat-recipes-to-make/#comments Sat, 21 Dec 2024 18:27:10 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=46936 The Weight Watchers Points Plan includes having 350 zero point foods! ZeroPoint Foods are foods you don’t have to weigh, track, or measure on the WeightWatchers program. They’re the foundation of healthy, balanced eating. They are foods that are rich in protein and fiber, that help you stay fuller, longer. Click HERE for a list …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/10-lightened-up-oat-recipes-to-make/feed/ 1 Lightened Up Pumpkin Chili https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-pumpkin-chili/ https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-pumpkin-chili/#comments Sat, 05 Oct 2024 17:02:57 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=46141 This Lightened Up Pumpkin Chili is a traditional chili that incorporates pumpkin puree-making for a delicious, hearty, fall comfort meal.  Filled with warm spices, pumpkin puree, lean ground beef or turkey, beans, and diced tomatoes! All the flavors of fall! Makes 8 servings Around this time of the year my family begs for this pumpkin …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-pumpkin-chili/feed/ 1 30 MUST TRY FALL RECIPES  https://thepounddropper.com/30-must-try-fall-recipes-2/ https://thepounddropper.com/30-must-try-fall-recipes-2/#respond Sat, 28 Sep 2024 17:32:00 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=46178 30 MUST TRY FALL RECIPES  Celebrate the start of Fall with these delicious recipes! From snacks to soups and lots of desserts! This collection of recipes will fill your home with those Fall aromas! I look forward to the change of seasons; and Fall is my favorite time of year. Every year at the end …

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/30-must-try-fall-recipes-2/feed/ 0 20 Lightened Up Thanksgiving Recipes https://thepounddropper.com/20-lightened-up-thanksgiving-recipes/ https://thepounddropper.com/20-lightened-up-thanksgiving-recipes/#comments Sat, 11 Nov 2023 17:27:30 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=42433 While turkey is usually the star at the Thanksgiving table-we’ve got everything from mouth-watering appetizers to must-have side dishes!

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/20-lightened-up-thanksgiving-recipes/feed/ 1 Easy Lightened Up Pumpkin Shaped Cheeseball https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-pumpkin-shaped-cheeseball/ https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-pumpkin-shaped-cheeseball/#respond Sat, 21 Oct 2023 17:13:00 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=42299 Need a last minute Halloween appetizer? Look no further-this
Easy Lightened Up Pumpkin Shaped Cheeseball is so simple to make -made with just 5 ingredients-and will be the star appetizer at your Halloween or Thanksgiving meal

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]]> https://thepounddropper.com/lightened-up-pumpkin-shaped-cheeseball/feed/ 0 Easy Pumpkin Pie Protein Balls https://thepounddropper.com/easy-pumpkin-pie-protein-balls/ https://thepounddropper.com/easy-pumpkin-pie-protein-balls/#respond Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:45:59 +0000 https://thepounddropper.com/?p=42374 These Easy Pumpkin Pie Protein Balls make for the best no bake snack for fall! A delicious healthy protein ball that everyone will love! A healthy way to enjoy the Fall flavors without sacrificing on taste!

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