Recipes 
Jun 17, 2013
Better than bulgur? Quinoa takes turn in tabbouleh
Available in a variety of designer colors, quinoa has a mild grassy taste and boasts tons of protein and calcium.
Jun 11, 2013
A fresh take on Father’s Day surf and turf
My goal was to retain the meaty goodness of the dish, but make the flavors really pop
Jun 6, 2013
A lighter take on classic steakhouse fare for Dad
I was able to lower the fat and calorie count not only of the steak and potatoes, but of the equally sinful bearnaise sauce
Jun 5, 2013
A have-it-your-way grilled Greek chicken salad
My only request? Don't use bottled dressing. Make it. Homemade vinaigrette tastes better, is better for you, and makes you a better person.
May 31, 2013
Mac and cheese and pulled pork together at last!
What I came up with isn't the healthiest dinner I can imagine, but it was unbelievably delicious.
May 20, 2013
The careless art of the wonderful summer cocktail
The art of the summer cocktail is something I take most seriously. Because several years ago I realized what surely is obvious to most people… …
May 15, 2013
Easy ways to jazz up the classic campfire s’more
Once you have a toasted marshmallow, you can sandwich it between all kinds of cookies, crackers and the like.
May 15, 2013
Full-fat cheese the secret to a healthy quesadilla
I tried using 4 ounces of reduced-fat cheese, but I found the flavor to be so weak that my tasters didn't know there was any cheese in the recipe. A second attempt using 2 ounces of full-fat sharp cheddar was an immediate hit.
May 2, 2013
The fresh, mainstream look of vegetarian cooking
While early chefs tried to reconfigure vegetables and grains to resemble meat in taste and texture as closely as possible, today’s vegetable cooking focuses on the best qualities of the produce
Apr 30, 2013
Healthy French toast with a hidden chocolate layer
The inspiration to pair up bread and chocolate had its origins in a trip I took to France with my family when I was 13.
