Articles by Romina Barritta

Frozen red and green grapes are transformed into a decadent and satisfying dessert in minutes.

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.

Use the tuber cassava to make these baked chips with a touch of olive oil, smoked paprika and salt! Delicious on their own or dipped in guacamole.

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!

This is a homemade pasta that does not require kneading and that is a great way to incorporate leafy greens in the diet of children and adults.

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.

I’m always interested in innovative kitchen tools that make cooking at home easier.

This easy empanada recipe can be frozen ahead of time and popped into the oven a few minutes before guests arrive.

Quality of meals and quantity of nutrients at the end of the day are more important than meal frequency alone.

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