Chia seeds have been called a “superfood” — and for good reason. These tiny seeds are packed with protein, fiber, minerals, and omega-three fatty acids, and have been touted for all kinds of health benefits: lowering cholesterol, balancing blood sugar, controlling hunger, even boosting exercise performance. When added to liquid and allowed to soak for […]
Most homemade meatball recipes owe their distinction to an array of herbs, spices, and various chopped bits of this and that. This rendition, adapted from “Food52 Big Little Recipes,” significantly reduces the mess-making. The trick is to blend assertive-flavored ground lamb with a substantial amount of water-soaked breadcrumbs, which give them an extra-crusty exterior while keeping the […]
The open-faced Italian omelet better known as frittata is an easy technique to master, and once you have the basic formula down the possibilities are endless. Here, a layer of thinly sliced, well-seasoned potatoes mixed with handfuls of fresh spinach form a crispy nutrient-rich crust to support the quiche-like filling — no pastry required! Sliced […]
Thick, bone-in pork chops are great to have on hand when you’re craving rib-sticking, high-quality protein but would like to avoid a workout in the kitchen. Here they’re coated in a savory-sweet mustard glaze and roasted along with a wintry mix of nutrient-dense Brussels sprouts, apples, and onions, allowing their natural sugars to caramelize as […]
A platter of Buffalo wings can be well within the bounds of a healthy diet this Super Bowl Sunday if you’re watching your carbs. And with a few tweaks to the traditional formula, you can turn this finger-licking high-protein snack into a balanced meal. Roasting them in a high-heat oven rather than deep-frying eliminates much […]
With a skillet, a bag of shrimp, and a few kitchen staples, this restaurant-quality entrée adapted from a recipe in the May-June 2019 issue of Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street magazine can be on your table in half an hour. It’s low in fat, full of bold Mediterranean flavors, and pairs beautifully with all kinds of […]
This dessert tastes so decadent, it’s hard to believe it’s actually good for you. With a base of gelatin-thickened coconut milk, it’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and low in carbs and sugar. And its hefty dose of unsweetened cocoa powder is rich not only in deep chocolate flavor but also in flavanols, which have been linked to […]
The last thing a salad of super-fresh greens and quality add-ins needs is a gloppy bottled dressing to drown those lively flavors and natural goodness. Nor do you need to go to the trouble to mix a vinaigrette from scratch. The trick is to dress it directly in the bowl, tasting as you go, adjusting […]
Long the wallflower of the produce bin, cauliflower has found new popularity in recent years as a healthful stand-ins for all sorts of off-limits foods, from steak to pizza. In this recipe, adapted from one in a new cookbook by Emma Laperruque, “Food52 Big Little Recipes,” a head of cauliflower is ground up in a food processor […]
Cheesy, mayonnaise-laden dips can weigh you down in a hurry. This lighter alternative, inspired by one of Melissa Clark’s New York Times recipes, is just as satisfying. Greek yogurt, which is made by straining the whey to give it a sour cream-like consistency, is blended with avocado and a splash of olive oil for a heart-healthy […]
