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Because spinach is one of those ingredients that’s widely available year-round, loading up on new spinach recipes is never a bad idea. The vegetable’s mild flavor makes it the ideal green companion to many breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, and the fact that it’s nutritious and often relatively affordable certainly doesn’t hurt either. Though perhaps most […]
Until recently, my experience with miso was limited to the tasty little bowl of miso soup I’d enjoy at Japanese restaurants. I began to appreciate the multitasking brilliance of miso only this year, when I started cooking my way through Washington Post food editor Joe Yonan’s fantastic new vegetarian cookbook, Cool Beans ($ 20, Amazon). […]
Fall and winter are the best seasons for butternut squash recipes. It seems like every time I walk into a grocery store from the months of September to January, I end up with a butternut squash in my cart—whether it’s on my list or not. While it’s pretty available throughout the year in many places, […]
Foil-packet potatoes and sausage “My family enjoys camping and cooking over a fire. These hearty foil-packet potatoes turn out beautifully over a campfire, on the grill, or in the oven at home. We sometimes leave out the sausage and serve the potatoes as a side dish. Either way, it’s so easy, and the spuds can […]
The first chilly fall day is a stark reminder that eating food above room temperature is both possible and desirable. We reach for warm jackets and hot, healthy soup recipes, seeking comfort and warmth from the inside out. There’s just nothing like a steaming bowl of soup when you’re chilled to the bone—it heats you […]
Apple season—and the bounty of delicious healthy apple recipes it inspires—is not something I take for granted. Where I grew up in California, we had two seasons: summer and slightly colder summer. The leaves never changed, I never owned a coat, and we never had a real excuse to fire up our oven. Naturally, this […]
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are cool and all, but everybody loves a good snack. And if you’d like that bite to really sustain you between meals, high-protein snacks are a great choice. Along with the million and one body functions that this vital nutrient supports, protein keeps you from getting hungry again right away because […]
Lentils may not be a particularly trendy or colorful ingredient, but there’s a lot to love about cooking with the humble legume—not least, the plethora of amazing lentil recipes there are to be discovered. Lentils are easy to cook with, budget-friendly, and versatile, and they bring a satisfying combination of protein and fiber to any […]
Meal prep can be fun, colourful and time efficient. Author of ‘Bento Power’ Sara Kiyo Popowa shares six bento box recipes Whether you want to save money, eat healthier or quit having sad meals at your desk, investing some time in preparing vibrant and fun lunch boxes means you will always appreciate and look forward […]
For months, people around the globe have been forced to stay home and social distance. The quarantine cooking craze has set in and many people who’ve never touched more than their microwave are getting their hands dirty and diving into experimenting with different recipes. Since people are making less trips to the grocery store these […]
What do corn, tomatoes, peaches, berries, cucumbers, watermelon, and grilled meats all have in common? They’re all superstar ingredients in the best summer salad recipes. Let’s get one thing straight: Salads don’t have to be boring or bland—in fact, when you load them with fresh summer fruits, veggies, and herbs, they quickly transform into crave-worthy, […]
Inspired by: Oreos Dipped in Peanut Butter from The Parent Trap When identical twins Hallie Parker and Annie James meet for the first time at summer camp, the only thing they can agree on is their love for peanut butter and Oreos. Try this campfire-favorite snack to see what all the fuss is about. Get […]
There’s nothing like sinking your teeth into a juicy wedge of perfectly ripe watermelon. While it’s always delicious on its own, there are actually a ton of creative watermelon recipes that demonstrate that the fruit is also a surprisingly versatile ingredient in summer cooking. Watermelon’s sweet and juicy flesh is complemented beautifully by acidic flavors […]
Summer is great for many reasons, but one of my favorite parts of the season is the food. Hands down. Tomatoes, watermelon, berries, peaches, and corn are abundant and ripe, making it so easy and satisfying to throw together healthy summer recipes. The weather is finally nice enough to stand outside and grill everything instead […]
It is a balmy summer evening. Your friends have gathered on the patio and the grill is hot. Sounds like the beginning of a perfect evening. Are you trying to eat a healthy diet and you’re looking for BBQ ideas? Barbecues often tempt us to consume food and beverages that are hard to digest and […]