Thanksgiving comes only once a year. So even if you typically aim to eat a well-balanced diet, helping yourself to a scoop of buttery mashed potato casserole or a generous slice of apple crumb pie on the year's biggest food holiday isn't only OK, it's an important part of the celebration. Holiday foods often carry family traditions and memories, and enjoying them is one way we honor those connections.
When I visited Spain and Greece a few years ago, I fell in love with the gorgeous landscapes, the variety of cultures, and, of course, the incredible food. After I returned to the US, I tried to incorporate elements of my trip into my daily life, and one way I did so was by adopting a Mediterranean-style diet. To do so, I prioritize eating fresh produce, healthy fats, and whole grains while limiting my intake of processed foods, red meat, and refined sugars.
Sodha remembers barely coming up for air between mouthfuls when she first ate this risotto. She describes it as wildly pink, savoury and rich, yet zingy and sweet. Coconut milk and marsala are stirred into the arborio rice to create a creamy base. Sodha recommends making the effort to find fresh curry leaves for their citrus and smoky notes, which she uses in the spiced lime beetroot topping.
British strawberries stand out during summer due to their sweetness, perfect size, and appealing appearance. Customers favor them for desserts, snacks, and health goals.
Simplifying food choices, such as keeping easy, healthy snacks available, eases the stress of back-to-school for families. Easy-to-prep lunches and batch cooking save time.
Instead of raw fish, we use juicy watermelon cubes marinated in Marukan Lite Seasoned Rice Vinegar, gluten-free tamari, toasted sesame oil, and ginger. The result? A surprisingly sushi-like bite with a clean, refreshing taste.
After turning 50, Giada De Laurentiis felt she needed to change her breakfast routine for better energy levels. She switched from pastries to healthier options like broths and avocado toast.
