For a simple side dish, whole-grain pasta, canned artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes and vinaigrette are served warm over fresh arugula and topped with toasted hazelnuts.
Round summer squash is stuffed with rice, ricotta cheese and vegetables, and topped with breadcrumbs and walnuts in this oven-baked vegetarian version of an Argentinian classic, Zapallitos Rellenos.
Bacon-wrapped stuffed chicken gets a healthy makeover with creamy low-fat ricotta cheese and turkey bacon. Served with a salad, this entrée adds decadence to any weeknight dinner.
Don’t throw away those beet greens! They can replace spinach or chard in many recipes and can be boiled, steamed and sauteed. Or, make this tasty frittata!
A moment with friends and family in Argentina automatically translates into a get-together meal. It’s the perfect moment to talk, share a laugh and strengthen relationships.
Pickled fennel adds an amazing kick to haddock fillets baked in a parchment bag with sweet cherry tomatoes and black olives. Servings: 4 Serving size: 1 fillet and ½ cup vegetables (200 grams) Prep time:
Who would imagine a store where you select your groceries and leave without going to the cashier? That future is now. Technology companies and supermarket chains are working together to reinvent the trip to the
The National Nutrition Month theme, “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” reminds us that each bite counts and invites us to cook more at home. Considering that home-cooked meals are usually healthier, teaching kids how to
Beef Cooked in Herbed Milk Eye of round, which is typically tough and dry, becomes fork-tender in this hearty stew served with brown rice and steamed vegetables such as carrots or broccoli. Developed by Romina
Years back, I moved to the United States from my home country, Argentina, and volunteered in a Salvation Army clinic. Today, I’m back home and have hosted dietetics students as they come to visit. From these
Foodborne illnesses are a health concern everywhere. They are especially a concern when traveling abroad, though. When you are traveling to a different country, ask yourself: Are restaurants selling food that you can trust? Should
Olive-Chickpea Flatbread Perfect for dipping and dunking into soup, this gluten-free and authentic Argentinean flatbread, also known as fainá, is evidence of the Italian influence on this South American country. Developed by Romina Barritta de
A friend of mine asked, “Is it good to take maca? The vendor at the healthy food store said it has a lot of benefits.” Even though maca comes from Peru and I practice in
The World Health Organization’s announcement about the link between cancer and consumption of processed meat and red meat made big news in my country, Argentina. After all, we are the nation with the second highest