Herbed chèvre

This $3 Trader Joe’s Cheese is Key to Easy Spring Dishes

By Beth Lipton / April 12, 2024 / Comments Off on This $3 Trader Joe’s Cheese is Key to Easy Spring Dishes

Good news for Trader Joe’s shoppers: I’m a food writer and cheese professional, and I think the popular retailer carries a solid selection of cheeses. In particular, there’s one goat cheese that Trader Joe’s specifically carries that I will always make space in my cheese drawer for: Chèvre Goat Cheese with Fine Herbs. Bonus: It…

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Zucchini Carbonara

8 Healthier Takes on Pasta Carbonara

By Beth Lipton / April 12, 2024 / Comments Off on 8 Healthier Takes on Pasta Carbonara

Creamy, savory carbonara is a classic indulgent pasta dish, a favorite you probably see often on menus at Italian restaurants. It’s traditionally made with eggs, guanciale (a cured cut of pork), pecorino romano cheese, and, of course, pasta.  Though it’s perfectly fine to enjoy the occasional bowl of carbonara the traditional way, there are many…

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Woman holding toothpaste tablet

We Tried the New Toothpaste Tablets — Here’s Our Review

By Beth Lipton / April 11, 2024 / Comments Off on We Tried the New Toothpaste Tablets — Here’s Our Review

Toothpaste is one of those products we just don’t think about that much. We have our brand, we buy more whenever we’re running low, rinse and repeat. But seeing these new brands of toothpaste tablets popping up on social media and in podcast ads got us feeling intrigued, so we decided to investigate. Related: Sign…

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Hash brown-crusted salmon

7 Ways to Turn Frozen Hash Browns into a Healthy Dinner

By Beth Lipton / April 10, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Ways to Turn Frozen Hash Browns into a Healthy Dinner

Having a variety of frozen vegetables on hand is one of the secrets to cooking at home more often. Not only do they save you time and money — reducing shopping trips, and avoiding fresh produce going to waste — they’re also just as nutritious, if not more so, as their fresh counterparts. One of…

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Lemon herb pork tenderloin

7 Healthy Pork Tenderloin Recipes for Quick Weeknight Meals

By Beth Lipton / April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Healthy Pork Tenderloin Recipes for Quick Weeknight Meals

Chicken breast gets all the love when we talk about versatile lean proteins, but pork tenderloin deserves the spotlight, too. It’s healthy, it’s easy to find in supermarkets, it’s economical, it cooks fast, and it pairs beautifully with a wide range of flavors. Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, you’ll find a pork tenderloin recipe…

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Butternut squash chips

5 Crispy Veggie Chips That Go Way Beyond Kale

By Beth Lipton / April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on 5 Crispy Veggie Chips That Go Way Beyond Kale

Sometimes when you want a snack, nothing but the crunch of chips will do. But breaking into a crinkly bag of store-bought potato chips rarely leaves us feeling our best. We all know about kale chips, but there other a few ways to enjoy veggie chips. From brussels sprouts to butternut squash, these chips offer…

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Dehydrated pineapple

Why a Food Dehydrator Is a Game Changer for My Family’s Snacking

By Beth Lipton / April 8, 2024 / Comments Off on Why a Food Dehydrator Is a Game Changer for My Family’s Snacking

In nearly 20 years of marriage, my husband has had one request for our family’s kitchen: To get a food dehydrator. For ages, he made the case that, since he’s a beef jerky aficionado and our whole family enjoys dried fruit, this appliance would make a useful addition to our kitchen. But I resisted for…

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Edamame avocado toast

8 Protein-Packed Veggie-Forward Edamame Recipes

By Beth Lipton / April 5, 2024 / Comments Off on 8 Protein-Packed Veggie-Forward Edamame Recipes

When you think of edamame, you probably imagine a simple side dish served at sushi restaurants. But just as other types of beans can take center stage in dishes, so can these vibrant green soybeans. Put edamame in salads, pastas, dips and more, and you’ll see just how versatile these economical, protein-packed beans can be. …

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high protein snacks

10 Surprisingly Tasty High-Protein Snacks From the Grocery Store

By Beth Lipton / April 4, 2024 /

Too often high protein snacks are… less than tasty. Or they’re full of preservatives and other unnecessary additives like sugar and salt. We sorted through a sea of snacks to bring you some surprisingly delicious finds, from chewy, flavorful grass-fed meat sticks to super-creamy cottage cheese. 

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Psyllium husk

Psyllium Husk: What You Need to Know

By Beth Lipton / April 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Psyllium Husk: What You Need to Know

Fiber is front and center on the minds of health-conscious eaters these days, thanks to the focus on the importance of gut health. But only about 1 in 5 Americans gets the recommended 25 to 35 grams each day. Knowing this, many are looking for a fiber supplement to help meet their needs — enter…

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Protein pancakes

A Private Chef’s Healthy Protein Pancake Recipe

By Beth Lipton / April 3, 2024 / Comments Off on A Private Chef’s Healthy Protein Pancake Recipe

Pancakes get a bad rap for being a less-healthy breakfast option, but that’s not necessarily true. Case in point: Chef Josh Ferris, resident chef at retreat company Wise+Well, devised a protein pancake recipe that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free — but also really delicious and satisfying. Related: Sign up to receive delicious recipes, expert advice,…

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Oats in a blender

Should You Try “Oatzempic” to Lose Weight? We Asked an RD

By Beth Lipton / April 2, 2024 / Comments Off on Should You Try “Oatzempic” to Lose Weight? We Asked an RD

With diabetes medications like Ozempic all over the news and social media for their weight loss effects, of course there’s now a trendy spin on it on TikTok. The latest viral trend is called “oatzempic” — and as the name suggests, it’s a beverage made with oats that some TikTokers claim can help you drop…

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Classic egg salad

10 Takes on a Classic Egg Salad Recipe

By Beth Lipton / April 2, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Takes on a Classic Egg Salad Recipe

Egg salad is a classic favorite, a perfectly comforting, nourishing quick lunch. Though the OG version is delicious as is, with mayo, maybe a little mustard, celery, and chives or paprika, there are so many ways to vary it. Whether you like it bold and spicy, or tangy, with a Mediterranean flair — or if…

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Vegan Buddha bowl

These 8 Bowl Recipes Have 30 Grams of Protein (or More)

By Beth Lipton / April 1, 2024 / Comments Off on These 8 Bowl Recipes Have 30 Grams of Protein (or More)

There’s just something about a meal in a bowl — it’s convenient, it’s easy to mix everything together, it’s somehow just more fun than a plate. We gathered 8 power bowl recipes for any eating style, and all pack at least 30 grams of satisfying, muscle-building protein. They’re perfect for lunch or dinner, easy to…

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Healthy no-sugar baked beans

5 Healthier, Low-Sugar Baked Beans Recipes

By Beth Lipton / March 31, 2024 / Comments Off on 5 Healthier, Low-Sugar Baked Beans Recipes

With warmer weather comes barbecues, and with them come classic comfort foods like baked beans. Typically baked beans recipes are loaded with sugar — and though that’s fine once in a while, it would be so nice to be able to enjoy them any time the craving strikes. Luckily, with a bit of creativity, there…

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Meal prep containers

10 Easy Meal Prep Tips from a Registered Dietitian

By Beth Lipton / March 30, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Easy Meal Prep Tips from a Registered Dietitian

I’m a registered dietitian, and also the author of three best-selling meal prep cookbooks, one of which is for people living with diabetes. I learned how to meal prep from my grandmother, who used to stock the freezer for my grandfather before her annual month-long trip to see her sisters abroad. And let me tell…

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Poached eggs

How to Make Perfect Poached Eggs Every Time

By Beth Lipton / March 29, 2024 / Comments Off on How to Make Perfect Poached Eggs Every Time

Scrambled, hard boiled, fried — eggs are delicious, convenient, and great for you no matter how you make them. Plus, they’re fairly simple to master. Except for one style, the one that seems to confound even experienced cooks: Poached eggs. There are several approaches that different cooks swear by, like adding vinegar to the water,…

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Woman cleaning fridge

How to Clean and Organize Your Fridge for Spring

By Beth Lipton / March 28, 2024 / Comments Off on How to Clean and Organize Your Fridge for Spring

Just as an uncluttered desk may boost productivity, a clean, fresh-smelling, organized fridge can help you feel more motivated to cook. Plus, when you clean the fridge, it helps to keep food fresh and safe to eat, prevents overbuying ingredients, and even makes the appliance itself work more efficiently.  But tackling the fridge can feel…

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Matcha muffins

7 Seriously Healthy (and Delicious!) Matcha Recipes

By Beth Lipton / March 26, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Seriously Healthy (and Delicious!) Matcha Recipes

You know matcha as the vibrant wellness power-powder that stars in lattes and other drinks at your favorite coffee place. But matcha — a science-backed booster of cognitive and cardiometabolic health, and a cancer and inflammation fighter — also can lend its unique flavor to all kinds of recipes outside the mug. Get ready to…

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Radish salad

7 Radish Recipes for a Farmer’s Market Favorite

By Beth Lipton / March 25, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Radish Recipes for a Farmer’s Market Favorite

If you frequent farmer’s markets, you’ve likely come across bundles of vibrant radishes. And you might already enjoy their crisp, peppery bite and the pop of color they add to salads. But they’re good for so much more. The humble radish — a cousin to kale, cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower – is loaded with antioxidants…

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Baked cod with asparagus

7 Tasty Cod Recipes for Easy Weeknight Meals

By Beth Lipton / March 25, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Tasty Cod Recipes for Easy Weeknight Meals

Maybe you’re looking to include more fish in your diet. Or you want to try something other than salmon. Or perhaps you just want to refresh your go-to recipes and you need a different protein to incorporate. No matter the reason, when it comes to quick, healthy, delicious weeknight dinners, these cod recipes can solve…

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Low FODMAP stir fry

How to Flavor Recipes on a Low FODMAP Diet

By Beth Lipton / March 25, 2024 / Comments Off on How to Flavor Recipes on a Low FODMAP Diet

Irritable bowel syndrome and other gut issues can feel a bit like tiptoeing through a minefield, with constant anxiety about potential tummy troubles (and occasionally explosive bathroom experiences). That’s where the low FODMAP diet comes in — it’s life-changing for many people struggling with IBS and other gut health issues, helping to uncover hidden trigger…

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Pasta frittata

9 Frittatas for Healthy Meals Any Time of Day

By Beth Lipton / March 24, 2024 / Comments Off on 9 Frittatas for Healthy Meals Any Time of Day

Frittatas just might be the perfect one-skillet meal: They’re versatile, you can have them any time of day, they’re inexpensive, and they’re quick and fuss-free. Plus, take just about any frittata recipe, and you can change up the add-ins and seasonings to suit your taste. Whether you’re looking for a make-ahead dish you can grab…

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Vegan rice paper bacon

This Trendy Vegan Bacon May Be Our Favorite One Yet

By Beth Lipton / March 23, 2024 / Comments Off on This Trendy Vegan Bacon May Be Our Favorite One Yet

I’ve tried many vegan bacon recipes over the years, with tofu, tempeh, mushrooms, coconut, and carrot. While most of the copycats were tasty, none of them quite hit it home until I tried making fake bacon (“facon”) with rice paper.  With its neutral flavor and ability to crisp, rice paper makes the perfect base for…

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