Oatmeal is typically a breakfast item that leans toward the sweeter side of the palate spectrum. Switch up your oat game and try breakfast, lunch, or even dinner with savory oats made with nutritious ingredients. Simply prepared, these savory oats are topped with crispy umami rich shiitake bacon, garlicky kale, creamy avocado, and an optional poached egg, creating a delicious meal.
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It is officially spring, and that means moving away from heavy roasts and hot ovens. It is also the time when beautiful and vibrant produce starts appearing, and the Easter and Passover holidays occur. If you are looking for a new way to use those farmers’ market carrots or just need a new dip idea that is not hummus, try this spiced carrot dip for your holiday table, cocktail party, or snack time needs.
Read morenapa cabbage chop
The humble cabbage is an underrated vegetable. Not only does it come in multiple colors and varieties, it contains plenty of nutritional benefits. Cabbage has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and is a good source of Vitamin C. Purple and green cabbage, simply tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper and roasted for 20 minutes, is one of my all time favorite vegetables to eat. This method achieves the ideal balance of tenderness and crispness. This cabbage chop leans on the crunchy, tender, and refreshing Napa cabbage, a longer, leaner relative of the traditional round cabbage. This salad is an interpretation of one that I enjoyed at west~bourne, an “all-day” cafe in Nolita, NYC. It’s crunchy, creamy, layered, and light - all of the things I typically look for in a salad. It has depth from the charred scallions and sheep milk feta, crunch factor from the cabbage and sunflower seeds, and zippiness, thanks to the limey dressing. You can certainly add other veggies or a protein on top, but I think that it is delicious just the way it is.
Read moresweet potato wedges with cilantro lime yogurt
Roasted sweet potatoes are in heavy rotation in our household. They are simple to make, loaded with Vitamins A and C, and are usually a favorite of Jack’s - albeit that is a moving target these days. To amp up the nutritional mileage and add some protein into the mix, I made a cool and zippy yogurt sauce that compliments the sweetness of the potatoes and creates a more balanced side dish or snack.
Read more15 green things to make this st. patrick's day
Some like to celebrate St. Patrick's Day by eating a green bagel or drinking a green beer. Do yourself a favor and stick to the real green stuff - hangover, guilt, and food coloring free.
Read moremeal prep 101
Meal prep is key to setting yourself up for eating success. Spend a few hours prepping on a Sunday, and reap the benefits all week long. Your wallet and your waistline will be grateful.
Sure, it’s easy to pick up Pad Thai or call for some sushi, but restaurants are notorious for adding on the salt, oil, and butter in favor of flavor and not necessarily your health. Start a routine of meal prepping on your day off, and enjoy simple and accessible meals all week long.
Read morehow to not fart on your valentine
Worried about ruining a romantic rendezvous with a bottom burp? Don’t worry. You are not a lone. Gas happens to all of us. The main causes are the digestion of certain foods or the fermentation of undigested food in the colon. Eating too quickly, eating in excess, malabsorption, and consuming certain foods that produce gas as a byproduct can all lead to bloating, discomfort, and a cheek squeak. Some of the main culprits that cause gas are fatty foods as well as nutrition powerhouses like brussels sprouts, broccoli, kale, cabbage, cauliflower, and asparagus, which, when digested, produce excess gas and lead to bloating in the body. Dairy, certain fruits, and beans are also some leading gas producing foods.
Read morepotato party! crispy smashed potatoes with garlic herb yogurt and shiitake bacon
I am a huge potato gal, especially when they are simply roasted until crispy. For an elevated spin, crispy smashed potatoes get a delicious addition of garlicky herb yogurt, shiitake bacon, and lots of fresh parsley for a colorful and tasty side dish, snack, or super bowl centerpiece.
Read more9 healthy things to make for super bowl sunday
It's Super Bowl time! Which means hours of beer guzzling, wing nibbling, and chip dipping in vast quantities. Game day does not have to be unhealthy. Here are nine simple, nutritious, and delicious ideas that won’t leave you in a greasy, salty state by the 4th quarter.
Read morewinter soup series: tomato, kale, and white bean stew
I recently dined at King, a restaurant in NYC. The meal was delicious and warming. The dishes were uncomplicated - just the type of food I want to enjoy when I eat out. One hearty dish which really stood out was the ribollita, which is a Tuscan bean and tomato bread stew. It was dense and crispy and belly warming. I wanted to create something similar at home, minus the bread. Yes, I am aware that it is hard to omit the bread in a bread stew. Yet, with the inspiration intact, my bread stew morphed into a hearty tomato and bean soup, heavy on the kale, with the addition of potato to add some density and texture. Just what my belly asked for in the dark days of winter.
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