It’s handy to have a container of cherry tomatoes around to jazz up a salad or brighten up a sheet pan meal. Toss a couple of containers-full into a pan of sizzling olive oil and cook for a few minutes until they burst and release their juices, and you’re halfway to dinner. This recipe, lightly […]
Watermelon and cucumber are more than 90 percent water. They’re also good sources of fiber, vitamin C, and minerals. Plus, they’re delicious — especially when tossed in a tangy vinaigrette along with cooling fresh mint and chunks of feta for a creamy, salty contrast. SERVES 4. Ingredients Instructions If you’re over 50 and feeling behind […]
Pasta salad is a reliable crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings large and small, indoors or out. Here, the predictable noodle base is replaced with cheese-stuffed tortellini and mixed with a colorful, health-packed mélange of fresh veggies, deli staples, feta cheese, and a three-ingredient dressing that begins with ready-made pesto. It’s a cinch to make and sturdy […]
Inflammation is a double-edged sword. In the short term, it’s your body’s way of healing — think redness, swelling, or soreness after an injury. But when inflammation lingers for months or years without a clear trigger, it can raise your risk for serious conditions like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and even cancer. Diet plays a […]
This recipe is a spin-off of one that’s been making the rounds for a while on the internet, particularly among the keto and paleo crowds. It’s an egg roll without the wrapper and could hardly be easier to make. Ground beef, chicken, or turkey could easily stand in for the pork, as could a ground […]
Mild, tender halibut fillets are among the easiest fish to cook due to their uniform thickness and take well to endless flavor combos. Here’s one you can’t go wrong with, adapted from the revised and updated edition of Virginia Willis’s “Bon Appetit, Y’all: Recipes and Stories from Three Generations of Southern Cooking.” The jewels of […]
Oranges help to brighten up this tasty veggie salad. It is quick and easy to make. Just toss the ingredients in a bowl and top it off with your favorite vinaigrette. Serves 5. Ingredients NutritionPer serving: 82 calories; 4g fat; 179mg sodium; 12g carbohydrates; 3g fiber; 2g protein From MyPlate.gov Interested in changing your life […]
Now is the season for homegrown tomatoes and peaches, and if you’ve never tried the two together, you’re in for a treat. This simple salad, adapted from a recipe by Bill Smith in Southern Living, has all the flavors of a BLT without the bread, with a surprise burst of tangy sweetness that brings out […]
It’s hard to go wrong with chips and salsa for a party snack that’s quick to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This version, slightly adapted from the EatingWell website and based on a Texas classic that has recently gone viral on TikTok, takes the spicy dip to another level. Here, the fundamental ingredients […]
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, headed to a potluck, or feeding a gathering at the beach, here’s a crowd-pleaser that works as a lean and refreshing entrée, as well as a high-protein appetizer on a toothpick. Lightly adapted from “The Beach House Cookbook: Easy Breezy Recipes with a Southern Accent” by New York Times bestselling author […]
