I love an excuse to go on a Costco run. I’m always game for wandering the aisles to see what’s new, but I especially love finding a clever Costco perk I didn’t know existed. So when I saw another Costco fan talking about a $0 storage hack hiding in plain sight, I knew I had…
Ina Garten’s Go-To Rainy Day Meal Is a Nostalgic Classic
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Credit: Garten: Rob Kim/Getty Images. Recipe photo: Diana Chistruga. EatingWell design. Why Make This Ina Garten’s Easy Tomato Soup is a simple, comforting recipe with just seven ingredients. Pair the soup with grilled cheese croutons or sandwiches for a nostalgic, cozy meal. Add whole-wheat orzo to the soup…
What Happens to Your Immune System When You Drink Green Tea
Reviewed by Dietitian Jane Leverich, M.S., RDN Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Green tea contains catechins, including EGCG, that may support antioxidant defenses. Research on green tea and inflammation is mixed, and it’s unclear whether drinking tea can prevent illness. Green tea can be part of an overall immune-supporting routine. As…
The Best Way to Eat Avocados for Better Heart Health
Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Swapping saturated fats for avocado may improve cholesterol and lower cardiovascular disease risk. Avocados provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, potassium and antioxidants. Other heart-healthy foods include nuts, edamame and fatty fish. Avocados are beloved kitchen staples that provide a…
The #1 Nutrient to Help Reduce Blood Pressure, According to Experts
Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Potassium helps lower blood pressure by balancing sodium levels and relaxing blood vessel walls. High-potassium foods like leafy greens, potatoes and beans support heart and kidney health. Physical activity, lowering stress and limiting alcohol also help manage blood pressure. When it…
The Fall Produce I Crave All Year Is Finally Back at Trader Joe’s
There’s no lack of choices, from butternut and kabocha to spaghetti and acorn, but for me, one winter squash reigns supreme: delicata. Even though they’re called winter squash, fall is when these gourds shine. In shades as lovely as autumn leaves, now is the time to roast them up and turn them into sides, mains,…
I Asked 3 Chefs if You Should Pat Chicken Dry Before Cooking, and They All Said the Same Thing
I’ve cooked a lot of chicken in my life. Like, a lot. So much so that I can usually tell when it’s ready to be flipped with my eyes closed, just based on how it sounds in the pan. Over the years, the main thing that drastically improved my success rate was preparing the chicken…
This Major Rule About Mashed Potatoes Is Wrong
My family takes mashed potatoes seriously. It’s the one thing I dedicate the most attention to during the holidays, whether it’s Thanksgiving or Christmas. I have some hard-and-fast rules when making mashed potatoes. First, they have to be made with Yukon Gold potatoes for the best flavor and texture. Second, the cooking water has to…
I Asked 3 Experts if You Should Add Oil When Cooking Ground Beef—They All Said the Same Thing
There’s always at least a pound or two of ground beef in my freezer. It’s such a convenient, versatile, and well-liked protein in my house, and I have a handful of favorite ground beef dinners that I make regularly. Some recipes call for oil to brown the beef, and some don’t. Recently, I asked a…
Never Buy Broccoli if You See This Red Flag at the Store
When I popped into my local New Seasons the other day to buy some broccoli, I was confident it would all be of good quality. The store almost always has the best produce in my neighborhood, short of the seasonal weekly farmers market. But when I spoke with Quinn Dawson, the market’s produce lead, I…