Eat Well

Red Cabbage Slaw

Cabbage, a type of cruciferous vegetable, is the most classic slaw ingredient, but other crunchy vegetables (carrots) and fruits (apples) make good slaw companions....

The Case for Crucifers

Broccoli and Brussels sprouts aren’t too sexy in the food world, but there’s no denying the healthfulness of these cruciferous vegetables. Arugula, bok choy,...
Sunflower & Sesame Drop Biscuits

Sunflower & Sesame Drop Biscuits

Traditional biscuits are made with all butter, a combination of butter and lard, or butter and solid vegetable shortening. Here we’ve used a small amount of butter for flavoring...
artificial food dyes

All the Colors of the Rainbow

Much of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda of the Trump administration lacks scientific support or goes against evidence-based recommendations, but Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s opposition to artificial...
Chili-Lime Barley Salad

Chili-Lime Barley Salad

Barley is rich in soluble fiber, the kind that can help regulate blood sugar, lower blood cholesterol, and control appetite. For this recipe—which is also rich in vitamin C...
Should You Take a Fiber Supplement

Should You Take a Fiber Supplement?

You probably know that fiber is good for digestion. Simply put, this “plant roughage” helps keep you “regular,” as well as overall supporting a healthy gut microbiome (the population...
celeriac puree

Celeriac Puree

The flavor of celeriac (celery root) is difficult to describe: It’s decidedly celerylike, but also is slightly nutty, with very faint licorice undertones. Cooking celeriac in milk helps preserve...
cutting boards

Battle of the Boards

Whether you’re slicing chicken, dicing onions, or julienning potatoes, you’re going to need a cutting board. What’s the best option for both function and safety? There’s no clear-cut answer,...
Oniony Cornbread

Oniony Cornbread

Cornbread is a delicious side dish but also makes a good base for stuffings (see box). This recipe could be a good place to experiment with a plant-based “egg”...
plant-based eggs

Vegan Eggs—Say What?

Although egg shortages are finally resolving, and the retail price for a dozen eggs is coming down from historic highs, you might have wondered about other options over the...
Spanish Mackerel With Lemon-Basil Sauce

Spanish Mackerel With Lemon-Basil Sauce

This rich-tasting fish—an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids—is not only good for you, it’s also considered a more sustainable source of seafood. ¼ cup chopped fresh basil 1½...
healthy food

A New Definition of ‘Healthy’

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is revamping its standards for which foods can be labeled as “healthy”—welcoming some new additions, like salmon and nuts, while stripping some others...