When Momma said, "You are what you eat," she was right on target. You can actually plan your diet for beauty and better health. Before you turn up your nose, you should know that this miracle diet isn't one of flavorless deprivation. You may already be eating some of the foods that are naturally engineered to keep you looking and feeling great.
Decisions made without sound application of a consistent personal value system are often poor decisions. Regrettably, this author’s values require that he reduce his contribution to our Health & Fitness column.
A fun new product makes summertime treats quick and so easy, a kid can make them! Find out more about how you can make all kinds of homemade frozen treats in minutes without using electricity. The unit can make up to three pops before it needs to be refrozen and can quickly make striped pops, yogurt pops, or flavored core pops.
Turn your favorite appetizer into a main course with this beefed up hummus plate. Extra vegetables plus a fantastically seasoned beef make a dippable dinner a perfect way to end the day.
When dinner's done, sometimes you just want something a little sweet. Try adding minty to that combination as well and reach for an After Dinner Mint Cookie … or three! These tender cookies will melt in your mouth.
If you love the flavor combination of chocolate and mint, you're far from alone. Get your fill of this fantastic duo in a simple bundt cake that's moist, flavorful, and will wow anyone at your table!
Perfect for keeping the peace, these mini cheesecake cups allow everyone to top their own bit of heaven their favorite way. How do you like your cheesecake? Make it your own and let everyone else do the same with these perfect little morsels!
Now that I'm back on my feet, it's time for a much-delayed birthday treat for my oh-so-patient husband. His patience pays off when Mint Mocha Cupcakes show up, complete with moist, rich mocha cake filled with a creamy, truffle-like filling and topped with ultra-decadent mint buttercream frosting. Oh, and don't forget a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate on top. Mmmmmmmm!
Do you have too many zucchinis? Turn some of them into a morning treat that has some heat. The flavor powerhouse that is chocolate, cinnamon, and cayenne get blended into moist, delicious muffins that will help you start your day right.
The last days of summer are upon us. That means it's time to enjoy homemade ice cream. If you haven't tried making it before, now is the time. If you don't have a machine, that's no excuse! We've got directions for homemade ice cream ... with or without a machine.
The estrogen supplement dilemma is just one of many life-determining health issues addressed in a ground-breaking new study and book from Harvard University.
These tasty bars make a perfect potluck offering, picnic dessert, or graduation party buffet table treasure. A maple syrup sweetened oatmeal crust gets layered with a creamy peanut butter layer and then topped with dark chocolate before being chilled a bit and sliced.
Save yourself time and energy this summer by taking advantage of your kitchen and outdoor cooking and dining tools. Whether you're firing up the grill and using extra tools to make things quick and easy, or letting kitchen helpers keep the heat out of the kitchen, it's what we all need this summer!
Summer is still comfort food territory. Get a clever cast iron skillet chili and cornbread casserole on the table in under an hour without flooding your kitchen with heat.
The last thing most people are craving this time of the year is soup, which is a shame since some of my favorite vegetarian soups are most delicious when made with vegetables at the peak of their season. Get my all-time favorite and enjoy fresh or, if summer soup just doesn't appeal, pop it in the freezer for enjoy in fall or winter.
Sometimes I want amazing breakfast pastry without having to clean numerous bowls, mixers, spatulas, and other baking equipment. Does that mean it's time to go to the bakery? Nah - I just reach for a resealable bag and make scones ... and now you can too!
As summer progresses, fresh food takes center stage at the table. That doesn't need to stop when you hit the road for vacations. Get some insight into three of the nation's great farms and farmers' markets.
