I cant control what kind of junk my 2-year-old, Sean, eats at day care or at his grandmothers house. But Im determined to make sure he eats greens at home. Thats where a love for vegetables was imprinted on my sister, brother, and me by my mother and Mollie Katzen, …
Read More »Amazing Meals in a Bowl: Pho
Yunhee KimHigh in iron and low in fat, this Vietnamese beef-noodle soup recipe will delight your palate with fresh, exotic flavors. Prep: 20 minutesCook: 21 minutesMakes 6 servings Ingredients:2 teaspoons canola oilOne 2-inch piece peeled fresh ginger, sliced into quarter-size pieces1 onion, halved and sliced7 cups reduced-sodium beef broth3 whole …
Read More »Skinny Drink of the Month: American Virgin
Now that the holidays are over, if youre looking to walk the straight and narrow, try my American Virgin from my new book, The Skinnygirl Dish: Easy Recipes for Your Naturally Thin Life. Combine 1 shot (about 2 ounces) each peach juice and club soda and 1 splash each orange …
Read More »Foodie Friday: Primal Strips
Vegetarian jerky sounds like a meat-lover's nightmare, but these soy-, seitan-, and mushroom-based snacks are packed with savory flavor. The product: Primal Strips meatless jerky ($1.39; available at natural and mainstream stores nationwide) The taste factor: I'm not a huge fan of regular beef jerky, so to avoid a biased …
Read More »Foodie Friday: WineTime Bar
Vino lovers, rejoice! There's a new snack that combines the rich flavors of fruits and chocolate and the health benefits of your favorite red wine, without the threat of a hangover. The product: WineTime bar ($3 per bar, $90 for a pack of 40; available online) The taste factor: Sweet …
Read More »Foodie Friday: La Tortilla Factory Handmade Tortillas
These wraps have whole grains, a soft texture, and enough spices to capture a South of the Border flavor. The product: La Tortilla Factory tortillas ($3–$5 for a pack of 6–10 tortillas; available in grocery stores nationwide, but not currently available online) The taste factor: Let's be honest; there's not …
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