Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer. Begin your day with these delicious Mediterranean Diet recipes! All containing ingredients with fruits, whole grains and beans, these dishes align with the Mediterranean Diet which is touted as one of the healthiest eating patterns to…
This One-Pan Couscous Dinner Is Ready in Just 15 Minutes
Why Make This This one-pan skillet dinner is ready in just 15 minutes for a quick, light meal. Couscous cooks in only five minutes, making it a time-saving ingredient for busy nights. You can customize this dish with any vegetables you have on hand, from zucchini to carrots. I garden. In my haphazard and inattentive…
Never Store Flour in the Paper Bag—Do This So It Lasts Longer
When I was 21, I moved to Italy to study food. I stocked my tiny apartment’s cupboards with what I considered the essentials—flour, sugar, salt, and pasta—then took off for much of August, when Italians famously decamp for Ferragosto. When I came back, I opened my pantry and shrieked. Tiny bugs were crawling through the…
My Trick for the Best Pot of Chili (It’s Genius)
As the weather cools, my family’s chili routine returns. It’s hearty and restorative on a cold, gray afternoon. I make big pots that we eat for days, with cornbread or flour tortillas on the side. But a while ago, I made a batch of chili that tasted flat, and I couldn’t quite figure out how…
I Stopped Buying Hidden Valley Ranch Mix—This Is 100 Times Better
I buy ranch dressing mix frequently to make almost-homemade ranch dip and dressing for my favorite desk lunch: chicken tender ranch salad. For decades, I bought Hidden Valley Ranch mix, just like my mom did. It’s zesty, creamy, and versatile enough for dips, dressing, snacks, and marinades. But recently, I spotted a new ranch mix…
15 Make-Ahead Vegetarian Recipes
This collection of recipes leans into hearty, meat-free meals that hold up beautifully and taste even better the next day. They’re the kind of dishes you can plan ahead for—think Lentil Shepherd’s Pie, Chana Masala, and Vegetarian Tortilla Soup. Comforting, full of flavor, and built to reheat well, they’re perfect for giving you one less…
3 Foods You Should Never Cook in a Slow Cooker
My slow cooker is my best-loved kitchen tool. What other small appliance can transform basic ingredients into long-simmered deliciousness and turn tough budget cuts of meat into melt-in-your-mouth meals while I’m at work? From pot roast to jambalaya and even desserts, my slow cooker can do just about anything. But as I’ve learned, not everything…
12 High-Protein, High-Fiber Soups for Weight Loss
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen. Warm up with these cozy soup recipes! These delicious meals each are packed with 15 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving while being low in calories to help support healthy weight-loss goals….
4 Healthy Snacks With More Calcium Than a Cup of Yogurt
Reviewed by Dietitian Alyssa Pike, RDN Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless. EatingWell design. Key Points Calcium supports bone, heart, muscle and nerve health. The recommended amount of calcium for adults is 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams per day. Dietitians say chia seed pudding, green smoothies, canned sardines with…
12 Retro Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Never Get Tired Of
There’s a special kind of comfort that comes from lifting the lid off a slow cooker and being hit with the smell of something that’s been bubbling away all day. This collection is all about old-school slow cooker faves—think tender Pot Roast, saucy Pork Chops and Gravy, and gooey Pumpkin Dump Cake. These recipes are…