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Removing-kernels-from-corn-on-the-cob-with-a-knife1Removing-kernels-from-corn-on-the-cob-with-a-knife When you think of things you “need” to be a better cook, fancy gadgets like air fryers or sous vide machines may come to mind. But most great chefs will tell you that the most important tool you can have in the kitchen is a sharp knife. Sharp knives are actually safer than dull ones—you’ll have more control over a sharp knife while slicing and dicing your food (you have to press harder to use dull blades and they can slip, causing you to cut or injure yourself)....

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focaccia garden Credit: Jamie Vespa Instagram is currently abloom. Home bakers are bejeweling their focaccia dough with vegetables and herbs to create edible bread scenes, appropriately dubbed “focaccia gardens.” Teri Culletto (@vineyardbaker) is the Martha’s Vineyard-based baker thought to have started the trend when she posted her focaccia garden creation on Instagram last February, but it really started to really take off at the start of the COVID-19 crisis, as the quarantined masses found comfort in baking....

Recently, when developing a recipe for baked oatmeal with pineapple, the Eating Well Test Kitchen editors noticed something unusual: Despite the fact that they started with sweet, fresh fruit, the finished product had a bitter taste. The recipe did contain two dairy products (low-fat yogurt and reduced-fat milk), and it seemed as though they had spoiled during the cooking process. Yet when the editors made the recipe using nondairy versions of the yogurt and milk, it turned out perfectly—try the recipe for Vegan Pineapple & Coconut Baked Oatmeal, pictured below to see for yourself....

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30-Day Spring Kitchen Reset Challenge https://static.onecms.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/44/2019/02/Spring_Kitchen_reset_UPDATE.jpg Spring is a great time to reset and reorganize, in your kitchen and beyond. Clean up your pantry and your diet with our 30-Day Spring Kitchen Clean-Out challenge. It includes an easy-to-follow calendar, packed with tips and tricks to simplify your eating routine, plus healthy recipes to match. Accomplish a small goal each day to get more fresh foods in your diet and transform and organize your kitchen....

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 Many of us have probably heard the advice to eat seafood twice a week for better health. There is no shortage of positive press regarding seafood. It is heart-healthy, packed with omega-3s and a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet....

Take inspiration from cultures around the world that have perfected the use of fragrant spices to make dishes with serious soul. It’s now easier than ever to get access to any spice you want, and really, you’re only limited by your own creativity in how you use them. Experimenting with spices is the easiest way to elevate any food that you’re cooking—it takes very little effort on your part to give your food an incredible makeover....

The microwave can be the greatest gift on a busy weeknight. It heats up frozen meals and leftovers and can make meal prep a breeze. Yet, there are certain foods that you shouldn’t put in the microwave because of health reasons, a mess in the kitchen or even an explosion. (Yep, it can happen!) So, to make sure to avoid these major disasters and health scares, it’s best to check whatever you’re about to put in the microwave to make sure all items are totally safe to heat up....

Mom and her daughter cooking in the kitchen Mom and her daughter cooking in the kitchen Mom and her daughter cooking in the kitchen Mom and her daughter cooking in the kitchen Got a picky eater on your hands? Even if you’re blessed with a child who loves veggie purees, spinach and tomatoes, as a parent, I know that kids’ affinity for healthy foods can come and go. But I’m here to tell you: Stay strong and keep serving those healthy foods....

Halo Top is coming to the rescue for low-carb dieters with their Keto Series line. Pints come in seven flavors, including Peanut Butter Chocolate, Berry Swirl, Jelly Donut, Chocolate Cheesecake, Caramel Butter Pecan, Banana Pie and White Chocolaty Macadamia Nut. The Keto Series products have only 5-10 grams of net carbohydrates and 17-22 grams of protein per pint. Sounds too good to be true, right? Our dietitian thinks so. While these low-calorie and low-carb ice cream lines are popping up all over the frozen section of your local grocery store (and social media), Lisa Valente, M....

A roasted turkey breast with herbs and lemon on a platter Thanksgiving gatherings may be different this year, but fortunately, many recipes can easily be divided or multiplied depending on how many people wind up coming to dinner. One disclaimer: Scaling is not ideal for recipes that rely on getting just the right ratio and balance of ingredients, such as yeast breads, soufflés, custards and some delicate sauces. That said, let me do my best to help you out!...

I personally think you can tell a lot about a person by what they choose to bring to the holiday cookie exchange. Are they a tried-and-true chocolate chip cookie person, or do they get adventurous and show up with a plate of lemon thumbprints? Turns out, your birthday could play a role in your cookie choices and taste preferences, and the planet that rules over your zodiac sign can also rule over foods and flavors like vanilla, oats and more....

Eating a plant-based diet, or even going completely vegetarian, can offer health benefits. Vegetarians tend to have fewer chronic conditions and may live longer than their meat-eating counterparts. 5969602.jpg Pictured recipe: “Egg in a Hole” Peppers with Avocado Salsa Then there’s the ketogenic diet (that high-fat and ultra-low-carb way of eating), which conjures up images of bacon, burgers and butter. Some claim that it can help you lose weight, improve cholesterol levels, improve blood pressure and help manage blood sugar levels (though there is little science to support these claims)....

Hormonal changes around the time of menopause, combined with aging and lifestyle factors, can lead to frustrating weight gain for many women. Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD, an obstetrician-gynecologist, found this true for herself and her many patients who could no longer get the scale to budge with the common advice to “eat less and move more.” (Here are 10 eating changes to make once you turn 50.) As a result, Haver developed the Galveston Diet to help middle-aged women burn fat and combat menopausal weight gain....

Pumpkin-Coconut Cheesecake with Dulce de Leche Glaze Credit: Lisa Cassell-Arms ` Heritage Cooking Logo View Series These German Christmas Cookies Are On My Cookie Platter Every Year This Nonprofit is Providing Native American Communities With Access to Nutrient-Dense, Culturally Affirming Foods—and It’s Helping People Eat Healthier There’s a Movement to Revitalize Indigenous Cuisines and Knowledge—Here’s Why That Matters How the Comfort of German Potato Pancakes Helped Me Adjust to a New Life in Rural Pennsylvania...

3 ingredient diabetes dinners Credit: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. 3 ingredient diabetes dinners Credit: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. 3 ingredient diabetes dinners Credit: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. 3 ingredient diabetes dinners Credit: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. Getting dinner on the table doesn’t need to be complicated or require lots of ingredients or time. With a little creativity, you can whip up a delicious meal in minutes using just three ingredients (not including basics, like oil, salt and pepper)!...

For many of us, summer means a more relaxed schedule and spending as much time outside as possible. In this 30-day meal plan, we aim to simplify the meal routine while enjoying the best seasonal produce of summer. Over the next month, you’ll spend more time grilling instead of standing over a stove. You’ll also find recipes with shorter ingredient lists to get dinner on the table (or patio!) in a flash....