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Jacques Pépin’s Mussels in Hot Sauce
This quick-and-easy mussels dish is from celebrated chef Jacques Pépin's new cookbook.
Sweet Potato Fries With Chimichurri
Coat the potatoes in cornstarch or arrowroot powder before baking for extra-crispy fries.
Fresh Fava Beans With Mint and Scallions
Fava beans are central to the Sardinian diet — one of the world's five Blue Zone regions. Try this simple dish from "The Blue Zones Kitchen" for protein, fiber, and deliciousness. It also tastes great with chickpeas for a tasty variation.
Infused Ghee
Ghee has a much higher smoke point than butter or olive oil, so it’s both healthier and safer for high-heat cooking like stir-frying, searing, and sautéing.
Anything Pesto
Make this pesto dairy-free by subbing in nutritional yeast for the traditional cheese. You can’t taste the difference!
Steak Bites With Sweet Potatoes and Peppers
Protein, veggies, and starchy carbohydrates come together to make this all-in-one meal.
Olive Tapenade
Blend together five ingredients — kalamata olives, capers, garlic, fresh thyme, and extra-virgin olive oil — and you have a great spread for crackers.
Honey Fermented Garlic
This pungent treat is full of liver-supporting alliums and bacteria to aid your gut microbiome. Spoon the honey and garlic over roasted vegetables, add it to salad dressings, or stir it into blended soups or grain salads.
Crunchy Thai Salad
Swap quinoa for the millet in this salad, which gets its kick from a Thai peanut sauce.
Twice-Cooked Mushrooms
These mushrooms are endlessly versatile. Try them with grilled chicken, over pasta or polenta, or as the base for an earthy autumnal soup!
Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers
These veggie-packed stuffed peppers are paired with a creamy vegan cucumber- tzatziki sauce made from soft tofu, lemon juice, cucumber, garlic, and herbs.
Sweet Potato and Beet Hash With Sausage
Make this easy hash ahead of time and heat it up anytime for a quick breakfast.
Kale Chips
This salty and crunchy snack helps boosts your veggie intake while satisfying snack cravings.
Lentil Faux Meatballs With Quinoa
Complex carbs, fiber, and plant-based protein combine to make these "meatballs."
Quinoa Risotto With Toasted Pepitas
Traditional arborio rice is paired with quinoa in this fresh take on risotto.
Roasted Swiss-Chard Stems With Creamy Sesame Dressing
Swiss-chard stems are removed and discarded in most recipes, but they're quite versatile, flavorful, and worthy of saving. They can also be steamed, grilled, or sautéed.