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Twilight Tranquility Tiramisu

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Sink into the tranquility of twilight with this classic tiramisu. As smooth and comforting as the transition from day to night, this dessert is a testament to the soothing power of a well-made treat.

Ingredients 1 cup mascarpone cheese 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup espresso or strong coffee, cooled 12 ladyfingers Cocoa powder for...Read more

EatingWell: These fajitas are so tasty you won’t even miss the meat!

Recipes / Variety Menu /

This tasty fajita dinner is vegetarian-friendly and is easily doubled to feed a crowd. The fajitas are mild and tender with a little bit of char from the broiler. The colorful toppings add freshness and texture, and crumbled queso fresco adds tangy flavor to each bite.

Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato Fajitas

Serves 4

Active Time: 20 minutes

Total ...Read more

Small changes can go a long way. (Dreamstime/TCA)

Environmental Nutrition: Make your diet less inflammatory

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Q: How can I make my diet less inflammatory?

A: While there isn’t one specific anti-inflammatory diet, experts say overall healthy eating patterns may reduce inflammation. To make your diet less inflammatory, focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods and reduce pro-inflammatory foods. Here are a few steps to try.

More anti-inflammatory ...Read more

Shred the cheese yourself for a better result. (JeanMarie Brownson/TCA)

JeanMarie Brownson: Savory scones are quick, easy and delicious

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Bread easily bests all other foods as the ultimate comfort nosh. Not just any bread, however. Something hearty, grain-filled, and homemade if possible. Warm, no matter what.

Cold January days welcome the warmth of the oven. Coming in from outside, a home that smells like fresh-baked goods always comforts. Plus, there’s no better accompaniment...Read more

These tender bites of chicken are coated in a hot honey glaze. (Alex Lepe/TCA)

The Kitchn: My entire family devours these chicken bites in minutes

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If you’re looking for a guaranteed quick dinner win, stop scrolling now. My hot honey chicken bites have it all, and there’s no better way to ...Read more

Roasting the squash first brings out its inherent sweetness in the soup. (Diane Rossen Worthington/TCA)

Seriously Simple: Enjoy a satisfying start to your meal on a cold day

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When it’s cold outside this soup satisfies my wish for comfort in a bowl. Easy to put together, this bright orange puree has lots of interesting flavor notes.

Roasting the squash brings out its inherent sweetness by lightly caramelizing it. (Once you roast squash you may never cook it any other way.) Use a sheet pan that has been lined with ...Read more

All you need? Four ingredients. (Celia Funderburk/TCA)

The Kitchn: This Ritz cracker hack is so good

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Anytime someone throws an outrageous number in front of food, I’m intrigued. I mean, have you tried a 100 Grand Bar? Perfection. Or our million-dollar spaghetti? Even better.

So when I saw a video of chocolaty “billion-dollar Ritz” (yes, that�...Read more

Linda Gassenheimer/Linda Gassenheimer/TNS

Quick Fix: Italian Bean Soup

Recipes / Quick Fix /

Enjoy a little taste of Italy to warm up a chilly January evening. This hearty soup comes together in just 15 minutes in a single saucepan. I added orecchiette. These are small, concave, disk-shaped pasta that beautifully capture the rich flavors of the broth.

The result is a comforting, satisfying vegetarian dinner.

HELPFUL HINTS:

For quick...Read more

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Nonalcoholic options are making Dry January more 'beerable'

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ORLANDO, Fla. — At the start of 2025, a study by The Beer Institute revealed that 60 percent of Americans saw nonalcoholic beer as a viable alternative for long-term moderation.

But what about just for one month?

For many of us, Dry January has begun, though people do it for different reasons.

Some see the 30 days as a dependency test to ...Read more

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Column: Do we really have to teach young adults how to hand-wash dishes?

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I couldn't believe it.

Then my wife showed me the story right there in the newspaper. And I still can't believe it.

I used to work for the New York Times, by which I mean I delivered their Sunday newspapers for a few months when I was young. But I still feel a connection to them — and I assume they have equally warm thoughts of me. So I tend...Read more

Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS

5 tips -- and dishes -- to get your new year off to a healthy start

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A new year is often challenging. Despite knowing we should throw out old, bad habits along with the New Year's Eve party favors, change is hard.

Many of us eat more than we should. Yet nothing changes for the better — especially in terms of health — when we keep eating those bad-for-us-but-tasty processed junk foods that are high in sugar, ...Read more

Enthralling Elderflower Elixir

Recipes / 3 Ingredients or Less /

Imbibe the magic of nature with this refreshing beverage. Enthralling Elderflower Elixir is a testament to the enchanting flavors of the wild.

Ingredients Elderflower cordial Sparkling water Lemon slicesInstructions Mix elderflower cordial with sparkling water.

Garnish with lemon slices and serve chilled.

...Read more

Peaceful Peanut Butter Toast

Recipes / 3 Ingredients or Less /

Ease into your morning with this comforting and familiar breakfast. Peaceful Peanut Butter Toast is like a cozy morning spent in the comfort of your home.

Ingredients Whole grain bread Peanut butter BananaInstructions Toast the bread to your desired level of crunchiness.

Spread peanut butter on top.

Slice...Read more

Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune/TNS

Real food belongs at the base of the food pyramid

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Those battling chronic illness know what a long, difficult battle it is to get well again, understanding all too well that old sentiment, You don’t realize how important your health is until you lose it.

Today, too many Americans live sick. They’re fighting rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, diabetes. Many are battling cancer...Read more

Summer Twilight Berry Sorbet

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Celebrate the lingering glow of a summer twilight with this Summer Twilight Berry Sorbet. This refreshing dessert combines the sweet-tart flavor of summer berries with the crisp chill of a sorbet, creating a dish as vibrant and refreshing as a summer sunset.

Ingredients 2 cups of mixed summer berries 1 cup of sugar 1 cup of ...Read more

Mesmerizing Miso Soup with Tofu

Recipes / 3 Ingredients or Less /

Begin your day with a soothing Japanese classic. Mesmerizing Miso Soup with Tofu is a humble, yet satisfying way to welcome the morning.

Ingredients Miso paste Tofu SeaweedInstructions Dissolve miso paste in hot water.

Add diced tofu and seaweed and let the flavors meld together.

This soup is a warm and ...Read more

Prompt Pico de Gallo

This speedy Pico de Gallo is a fresh and vibrant Mexican salsa. Perfect for a quick snack or as a flavorful topping for your favorite dishes.

Ingredients: 2 tomatoes 1 onion 1 jalapeno Cilantro Lime juice Salt to tasteInstructions: Chop the tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro, then mix.

Add the lime ...Read more

Simplistic Sashimi Platter

Recipes / 3 Ingredients or Less /

From the depths of Japan's clear waters, enjoy the vibrant flavors of the sea. Dipped in savory soy sauce, every slice of fish reveals a world of flavors.

Ingredients Sashimi-grade fish Soy sauce WasabiInstructions Slice the fish carefully into thin pieces.

Serve with soy sauce and wasabi.

This sashimi ...Read more

Daybreak Duet French Toast

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Experience the harmony of the daybreak with Daybreak Duet French Toast. This classic dish of bread soaked in sweet egg mixture and fried to golden perfection sings a duet as harmonious as the break of day.

Ingredients 4 slices of bread 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon Maple syrup for servingInstructions Beat the...Read more

EatingWell: One-pot soup is a cinch for busy weeknights

Recipes / Variety Menu /

This one-pot chicken and cabbage soup is topped with flavor-boosting store-bought pesto. Big, fiber-rich butter beans add a creamy bite, but you can easily swap them out for cannellini beans or navy beans if you prefer. This soup works well with leftover chicken — simply shred or chop cooked chicken and add it to the soup to reheat once the ...Read more

 

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