Why a new CDC report is leading an advocacy group to call chicken “America’s most dangerous food.” Yikes.
A new CDC report has lead the Consumer Federation of America to call chicken "America's most dangerous food," which may sound a bit alarmist, but a press release about the situation I received late yesterday had me seriously disturbed. I don't know about you, but as a...
The easiest, most impressive summer dessert you can make on the grill.
Has anyone else here made a conscious uncoupling from your stove this summer? Will you make anything, including dessert, on the grill, because the thought of turning on the oven makes you cringe? Me too. Which is how I figured out this genius hack for making my...
Expert tips for throwing an easy backyard party. (Hint: It should be fun for the host, too!)
I love nothing more than a backyard party in summer. Like, invite me over to your place and I'm there. Even if I don't know you, invite me -- I'll probably show up. (Don't worry, I'm a polite guest and I'll bring you a good rosé.) Because I live in NYC, I don't have a...
Weekly meal plan: 5 easy recipes for the week ahead, from savory burgers for Meatless Monday to a flavor-packed Greek pasta salad
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From burgers for Meatless Monday to a great dish to grill out over the weekend, we’ve got five dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up before...
7 must-try sheet cake recipes that make every celebration better
I’m not a very skillful cake maker. Layers come out uneven and crumbly, and I never seem to wait long enough to frost them. But sheet cakes I can handle. I love the simplicity of one, generous layer whose flaws you can easily cover with a spread of luscious frosting....
The smartest, healthiest fast food choices if you’re counting calories. And no salads!
While not everyone makes fast food a first choice, when you're on the road, sometimes finding the healthiest fast food menu choices at fast food chains really is your best -- or only -- bet. Millions of families travel by car each summer, which means there will be at...
A new AAP study warns about chemicals in children’s foods and food packaging. Here’s what you need to know.
This week, the American Association of Pediatrics issued a statement about food additives and child health that parents will definitely want to check out because it touches on a lot of the issues we've all expressed concern about -- the use of food colorings,...
7 smart kitchen habits that made me a better cook. Put them to work for yourself!
Most good cooks weren't born that way. Getting comfortable in the kitchen takes time, and developing these seven smart kitchen habits made me a better cook. I think they can help get you on your way, too, if you're looking to up your kitchen game. 1. Meal planning I...
Hiyayakko is going to be your new favorite summer appetizer
You may have seen a dish called hiyayakko popping up on the menu of your favorite sushi joint lately. A simple dish of cold tofu and toppings, this traditional Japanese dish is the perfect appetizer for warm summer days. In fact, hiayayakko, when used in Japanese...
5 of the best dairy-free ice cream brands: Flavors so good you’d never know they were dairy-free.
Ice cream and summer: you can't really have one without the other, right? But, gah! For kids (and adults!) with dairy allergies or sensitivities, or families like mine that have made a switch to eating vegan, ice cream gets more complicated. Don't get me wrong, I love...
Weekly Meal Plan: 5 easy dishes all using fresh summer foods in season right now
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. So this week, we're looking at all the incredible produce (and seafood!) that's in season right now in July, to help inspire you. From cold soups and simple salads to an unbelievably fresh and easy...
7 freezer essentials you should always have to make family meals soooo much easier
Family cooks often have to make big meals on the fly, which is why I have a list of seven essentials I keep in the freezer at all times. It's not something I ever considered before kids. Back when I was cooking for one or two, it was a pleasure. You too? Maybe you...
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4 clever dinner ideas that make life easier for families with picky eaters
We're sharing our favorite picky-eater dinner hack, because oof. Picky eaters. We know we're not the only parents who don't want to spend time cooking dinners our kids won't eat, or resorting to chicken nuggets or plain pasta for the entire family at home, just to...
Is coconut sugar really a healthy sugar alternative?
Let's talk about coconut sugar, since so many people in my life seem to be doing just that these days. I'm always trying to make healthier versions of the sweets I love (looking at you, sweet potato cupcakes), which means I'm using natural sugar alternatives like...
The 3 simple steps you need to care for your wooden cutting boards so they last longer.
If you have a deep and abiding love for your wooden cutting boards like I do, or just want them to last a little longer, I've got three couldn't-be-easier tips to help you treat those wooden cutting boards right. In return, know that your wooden cutting boards will...
How I lost 25lbs in 3 months with Bright Line Eating
I turned 40 a little over two years ago, and since then, I have packed on about 25 pounds. Call it stress, hormones, or just eating more than I should, but it happened. I finally got to the point where I wanted to do something about it, so when my BFF lost 50...
Do you really have to refrigerate butter? Well, maybe not…
I've always refrigerated my butter. It's what my parents did. It's what my friends did. Which is why I was (pleasantly) surprised to hear recently that storing butter in the fridge might not be necessary. Could it be true? Are my dreams of silky smooth, spreadable...
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4 clever dinner ideas that make life easier for families with picky eaters
We're sharing our favorite picky-eater dinner hack, because oof. Picky eaters. We know we're not the only parents who don't want to spend time cooking dinners our kids won't eat, or resorting to chicken nuggets or plain pasta for the entire family at home, just to...
6 tasty snacks recipes to boost breast milk supply, from savory to sweet.
About a year ago this time, I was on the hunt for snack recipes to increase my breast milk supply. Because of all the interventions my lactation consultant recommended (skin to skin contact, pumping, and so on), changing up my snacks just seemed like the easiest...
Weekly meal plan: 5 easy dinners to get you through the week ahead, from a really creative DIY pizza to delicious BBQ Chicken Thighs
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From a delicious DIY pizza to a honey garlic pork stir fry, we’ve got five dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up before the weekend’s...
The easiest, most impressive summer dessert you can make on the grill.
Has anyone else here made a conscious uncoupling from your stove this summer? Will you make anything, including dessert, on the grill, because the thought of turning on the oven makes you cringe? Me too. Which is how I figured out this genius hack for making my...
Weekly meal plan: 5 easy recipes for the week ahead, from savory burgers for Meatless Monday to a flavor-packed Greek pasta salad
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From burgers for Meatless Monday to a great dish to grill out over the weekend, we’ve got five dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up...
