This week's new recipes include Asparagus Hummus (both plans), Spicy Mango Salsa Stuffed Sweet Potato (both plans), No Bake Carrot Cake Granola Bites (family), and Multi-Vegetable Minestrone Soup (family) — PLUS favorites like the Aztec Bowl and Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie!

Individual Highlights

• Chili Wrap
• Beth's Baja Fresh Breakfast
• 5-Ingredient Tacos
• French Toast
• Spicy Mango Salsa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (NEW!)
  
• Peanut Butter Cup Smoothies
• Easy Beans & Rice
• Fiesta Burrito Bowl
• "Quesadillas"
• Asparagus Hummus (NEW!)
  

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