The Prep Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign up here to get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! After last week’s fall-like weather, it’s really hitting me that summer is almost over. Personally, I look forward to the change of season and am loving all the cozy recipes (like last week’s easy one-pot or pan dishes)....
2020 has been an epic roller coaster, that’s for sure, but one high point has been increased access inside the kitchens of some really talented cooks. Since we’re all spending more time at home, celebrities, restaurant pros and cookbook authors alike are inviting us over via social media, and the results have been downright delicious. Michael Symon and Amy Schumer scored food TV shows out of the situation. And we gained oversized cosmopolitans from Ina Garten, a wine pairing-perfect corn salad a la Cameron Diaz, plus cookies the size of your face thanks to Martha Stewart…what a time to be alive....
There’s nothing wrong with eating some sugar, but eating too much can be dangerous to your health. In recent decades we’ve seen the rates of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes skyrocket in people of all ages, and research has shown it’s directly connected to too much sugar in the diet. The American Heart Association recommends no more than 6 teaspoons of added sugar daily for women, and no more than 9 teaspoons for men, but most Americans end up eating twice that amount....
Most of us-even the experts!-underestimate how many calories we eat. That’s because portion sizes can be hard to judge without measuring or weighing everything you eat. Use this handy guide to estimate portion sizes and put together a healthy meal using the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) MyPlate model. Mix in a few unexpected calorie-burning activities, and you’re on your way to a healthy day. 1. Make It a MyPlate Meal 1....
22596D_Ardito_0.jpg I love making ice cream at home, but have to say it’s been a real wake-up call. Somehow mixing egg yolks with more heavy cream than I would ever fathom using in any other circumstance makes me acutely aware of how much fat and calories are in each tasty bite. So instead of packing away my ice cream maker for good, I’ve decided to start making lighter ice cream at home....
High-Fiber Diet Center View Series Do Blueberries Make You Poop? Here's What a Dietitian Has to Say Eating More Fiber from Whole Grains Could Decrease Inflammation, According to New Research 7 Ways to Add 5 Grams of Fiber to Your Meals The #1 Snack to Help You Poop, According to a Dietitian Fiber is a nutrition rockstar and eating more of it comes with some impressive health benefits. A diet high in fiber (read: fruits, veggies, beans, whole grains, nuts and seeds) can help make losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight overtime easier, it boosts gut health and helps you stay regular in the bathroom department, and it can even reduce your risk of developing diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer....
One of the best investments I made for my kitchen was adding a second fridge/freezer combo to our garage. I cook multiple times a day, almost every day, and I needed the space. But, over time, it helped me find the benefits of stocking up on diabetes-friendly frozen food items that could work in my diet. Even if you don’t have a second freezer to stock, keeping a few of these diabetes-friendly frozen foods on hand means you’ll always have something healthy to make yourself....
Cooking Skills Every Kid Should Learn by Age 10 If you have kids at home, we think it’s important to get them cooking ASAP (we’re talking toddlers here). Sound crazy? While it may try your patience at times, cooking with kids has loads of benefits that carry way beyond the kitchen. It helps builds self-esteem, teaches them the importance of following directions, and (hopefully!) puts them on the path to a lifetime of healthier eating habits....
Popcorn is a universally loved snack. It’s nutty and crispy, and it pops up quickly when a craving strikes. It’s also inexpensive, which makes it perfect for feeding a movie-night crowd. Popcorn is incredibly easy to pop at home, with each cooking method resulting in slightly different flavors and textures. When you make your own homemade popcorn, you get to control the ingredients you use, which is ideal if you want to avoid the salt and additives that often accompany packaged microwaveable popcorn varieties....
Welcome to Thrifty. A weekly column where assistant nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life. I had roommates for a long time, including a stint living in a house with 10 of my teammates in college. Sharing spaces and meals with some of my best friends helped me create favorite memories that I will never forget....
Rice is a staple all over the globe for a reason. It is filling, inexpensive and nutritious. It is also very versatile and can be a great accompaniment to many dishes, or the star of the show. So, it is no wonder that your impulse might be to make plenty of extra rice to have as leftovers. But you also might have heard that leftover rice can make you sick. Which always makes a home cook wonder, do you have to make rice fresh every time, or can you safely eat leftover rice?...
Every year, KitchenAid announces their “Color of the Year,” and home cooks (like me) scramble to find out what gorgeous hue the company selected. Coming on the heels of 2019’s popular Misty Blue, KitchenAid announced their 2020 Color of the Year: Kyoto Glow. Display of various stand mixers Credit: Getty / AFP / Stringer The media release from KitchenAid says: “Kyoto Glow’s name was inspired by the city of Kyoto, Japan which has long encapsulated the idea of balance and tranquility....
The top 7 risk factors for heart disease, including smoking, physical inactivity and high blood pressure, all earn a spot on the list of 13 things that have been scientifically proven to make us more likely to get Alzheimer’s disease (plus a few more social and environmental factors). And just last month, we learned that blood sugar and cholesterol at age 35 might help doctors predict how likely we are to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s later in life....
Padma Lakshmi on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Bryan Bedder Padma Lakshmi on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Bryan Bedder Padma Lakshmi on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Bryan Bedder Padma Lakshmi on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Bryan Bedder Across the world, people are coming together with friends, family and food to celebrate Lunar New Year. The new year began Tuesday, on the first day of February, but celebrations will continue through February 15....
chris montana du nord craft spirits Credit: Facebook / Du Nord Craft Spirits There’s no denying that 2020 has been a whirlwind of a year, with the onset of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the death of George Floyd and the protests around the country that subsequently followed. But there’s one Minnesota-based distillery owner who has been helping his community through it all. Chris Montana, owner of Du Nord Craft Spirits in Minneapolis (and the first Black distillery owner in the U....
Red-Wine Hot Chocolate Pictured: Red-Wine Hot Chocolate When people talk about climate change, it’s often about rising temperatures and shrinking habitats. But one result that will have the biggest impact on our day-to-day lives is what hotter temperatures mean for food crops. Some of our favorite foods require a certain climate to grow-or, in the case of fish and shellfish, particular water conditions to thrive. Here are 10 things we’re at risk of losing, or that may be forced to move to cooler climates....
Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing Credit: Brie Passano In this vegetarian plan for diabetes, we include plenty of plant-based proteins, plus fiber-packed nutrients (think legumes, fruits and vegetables and whole grains) to keep you feeling satisfied and your blood sugars—and energy levels—balanced all day long. The key to good blood sugar balance is to eat quality high-fiber carbohydrate choices (whole grains, legumes, fruit and starchy vegetables), while including a solid protein source at each meal....
As we all probably know, sleep is super important. Not only is catching enough shut-eye important for feeling energized and focused, but it also is crucial for healthy immunity, heart health, glowing skin and weight stabilization. Even though we all would prefer to get ample sleep, it can be hard to come by. If you have a bad night of sleep, don’t sweat it too much. Lean on foods and drinks, like these, to help give you a boost until you’re able to get the rest you need....
Welcome to Thrifty. A weekly column where assistant nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life. I am not much of a home bartender and, honestly, I usually just default to wine or occasionally beer after a long day. However, I typically like to enjoy a fun cocktail or two when I’m out to eat or at a bar with friends....
Ina has coached us through brunch conundrums, harrowing happy hours and entertaining al fresco during the fall months. And, of course, she’s always been there for us ahead of the holidays. We don’t know about you, but at least a couple of the delicious dishes from her cookbook Modern Comfort Food are sure to make an appearance on our seasonal menus, just like this easy cheese recipe she introduced us to on Instagram back in 2020:...
