Month: December 2014

Step 1 Before you begin (try this recipe for Fresh Chicken and Apple Sausage), rinse the inside and outside of the casings with cold tap water then place in a bowl filled with cold water. Cover

Ever since college, Reem Jabr, MA, RDN, LDN, has had an interest in using technology to improve processes. About a decade ago, before electronic medical records (EMRs) were the norm, she was working as an

Looking for a tasty soup this winter? Look no further! Black bean soup is a delicious combination of beans, tomatoes, onions and spices, but feel free to add other veggies like zucchini, carrots or bell

I’ll admit it — up until about a year ago, I was not a salad person. In fact, when asked, I’d probably tell you I hated salads. The reason? Most of the salads I’d eaten

A gathering between close friends and family is the most special ingredient in any holiday event. In addition to the company of loved ones, my family and I also enjoy traditional Italian recipes passed down

How do you celebrate your family’s roots? Most people would say with food, of course! All of our family celebrations seem to include food, and there can never be too many cooks in the kitchen,

Shaved vegetables always make a salad look and feel fancy. But don’t fret — this bright and beautiful salad is simple to make and can be done in less than five minutes. Paired with a

The kiwi is a delicious fruit that has grown in popularity in the U.S. in recent years. Can you believe this wonderful fruit gets its own national day of recognition? I was surprised, too, but

Pumpkin is still in season and is a delicious foundation for many recipes beyond pie! Fresh pumpkin can be roasted in the oven, the slow cooker or even the microwave. Canned pumpkin is also delicious and easily incorporated

I don’t handle the cold very well, so it might surprise you that I absolutely love running in the snow. I think of trail running in the snow like running on the beach — it’s

Warm weather staples like watermelon and cantaloupe may be a sweet summer memory, but as the weather cools down, other great melons make their way to grocery stores. While still grown in the summer, the

The flavors of beer and cheese — earthy, yeasty, musty, fruity, rich, toasty, floral — jive in a way that wine and cheese cannot. The simple fact is that cheese and beer are ideal partners.

Apple pie gets a lot of glory this time of year, due to the holiday season. While I love a good deep-dish apple pie, sometimes I want a simple tart that is a delicious and

Product Reviewed: IMUSA Manual Juicer I remember as a kid, eating a half a grapefruit and then squeezing it and carefully pouring the remaining juice into my spoon, enjoying the delicious nectar one spoonful at

Also called celeriac, this strange-looking knobby bulb can be found in the store or farmers’ market during fall and winter months. Its green stalks may look like celery, but celery root and celery are not

Today is Comfort Food Day. I was eager to write a post about it because I think the idea of eating for comfort has a very bad rap. In fact, you may be surprised to

As the weather turns darker and we head into winter, be aware that, without natural exposure to sunlight on bare skin, vitamin D deficiency is a real issue. Some studies have indicated that in the fall

If you haven’t heard, popcorn is popping full of nutritious benefits. It’s a whole grain that packs a healthy dose of fiber. Popcorn often gets a bad reputation for being unhealthy with all the butter on