Recipes

You probably gobble up sweet potatoes on Thanksgiving but don’t think to use these orange taters all year round. Rookie mistake! Loaded with vitamins A, C and B6, sweet potatoes are extremely versatile and can be used year round in breakfasts, lunches, dinners and more — even before T-day leftovers …

Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, mac and cheese and green bean casserole are all the usual fixings at a traditional Thanksgiving feast. But no meal would be complete without a delicious homemade pie. And we’re not just talking pumpkin pie. Savory standbys like shepherd’s pie, chicken pot pie and British mince …

In a carb-curbing world, many people are resorting to zoodles and spiralized sweet potatoes to get their pasta fix. But the great thing about spaghetti squash is that it can be used to prepare a variety of recipes beyond our fettuccini fixation. From tater tots and pancakes to taco bowls …

It’s easy to see why salmon, one of the most popular fish in the United States, is such a beloved staple. For one, it’s healthy: Salmon is high in protein, vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids — those good-for-you fats you need in your diet. The Dietary Guidelines also recommend …

Who doesn’t love a good snack? They’re essential for staving off hunger between meals and keeping you fueled from your early morning workout until your late night dinner with friends. But small bites can also be a nutritional trap, providing few nutrients and tons of unnecessary calories. A 2012 study examining …

The temps might be climbing outside, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find comfort in a bowl of delicious soup. A strawberry gazpacho or chilled melon and lavender soup is just what you need to cool off when you’re feeling the heat and stoke the smoldering summer sun. If you’re …

Photo by Alan Weiner By Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky, authors of the Run Fast. Eat Slow. Cookbook A hearty granola packed with oats and seeds is a must for athletes. But the expensive store-bought stuff is often loaded with sugar. Our ginger-spiked granola is lightly sweetened with blackstrap molasses, the …

Photo: Lee Hersh Are chewy caramels your guilty pleasure? These salted caramel energy bites are a scrumptious stand-in for everyone’s favorite gold-wrapped candies. Medjool dates, the star ingredient, have a sweet flavor and sticky texture that will have your taste buds standing at attention. What’s more, cashews deliver heart-healthy fat that will satisfy, …

When it comes to ways to eat it, pumpkin has been pigeonholed ? and it’s time to put that to an end! The winter squash, normally relegated to pies and the occasional ravioli, is packed with essential nutrients and filling fiber. For a mere 49 calories a cup, pumpkin provides …

Photo: Alan Weiner By Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky, authors of the Run Fast. Eat Slow. Cookbook If you’re still not making your own hummus from scratch, then this recipe will get you hooked. The color alone will lure your guests to the table. Then you can tell them your …