Cooking & Food
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Sizing Up Smoothies
How healthy are these health drinks, really? Find out what makes a smoothie worth drinking — and what might make some smoothies worth rethinking.
Doing It Light
Some simple tips for making your meals — and spirits — a bit less weighty.
Andrew Zimmern on the Slow Food Movement
The Slow Food movement is showing our eat-on-the-run society why it should take the time to select and create fresh, high-quality meals.
Good Salmon Sense
Which is better – wild caught or farm raised? Explore the pros and cons of America’s favorite fish.
Conquering the Kitchen
Don’t buy into all that I can’t cook nonsense! You just need a few simple skills, a little kitchen savvy, and these three recipes to build your kitchen confidence.
Farmer’s Chicken
James Beard inspired my family to make this dish. His recipe was based on a traditional field hand’s lunch handed down from Spanish settlers in Southern California.
Making Adjustments
Recipe retrofitting is one way to cut back on unwanted sugars and fats. But it’s not always your best strategy for healthier eating.
Asparagus With Lemon Truffle Oil
A tangy and citrusy take on classic roasted asparagus.
Ratatouille
This is delicious served cold or hot, as a side vegetable, omelet stuffing, pasta sauce or sturdy pillar for grilled lamb.
A Game of Chicken
Pumped with chemicals and raised in cramped quarters, most supermarket chickens these days are a sad joke. But don’t despair! You can still rustle up an old-fashioned chicken dinner that is delicious, nutritious and totally satisfying!
Sweet on Squash
Don’t turn up your nose at this venerable vegetable. It’s one of the season’s most lovable delights!
Tips and Techniques for Cooking With Mushrooms
Discover the captivating history and culinary wonders of mushrooms! From their ancient allure to their modern-day availability, learn about the diverse species, their unique flavors, and health benefits.