what's for dinner

Preparing a big meal for any holiday means big responsibility and, sometimes, a big mess. Between the prep work and the clean up, cooking for friends and family — although a wonderful experience — can be a huge headache. That's why this year, you sho…

Everyone has a Thanksgiving feast favorite. Are you all about that glistening turkey? Do you have your eyes set on those candied yams? Or, are you more of a mashed potato person? If your favorite side is the cranberries, these Thanksgiving cranberry …

If you're a sandwich addict like I am, you probably already know that Nov. 3 is National Sandwich Day, aka an entire 24 hours dedicated to the world's most versatile and beloved food. If you haven't already planned out your celebratory meals for the …

The month of October is officially Breast Cancer Awareness month, and with the terrifying statistics on how many and how often people are affected by breast cancer, I wanted to share a recipe for pink sushi that encouraged a healthier lifestyle and s…

While I'm not often complimented on my outfits, people at work are always complimenting me on the fact that I always seem to bring my own healthy food to work. Often, they'll say that they also want to stop spending so much money buying lunch every d…

Your parents repeated the command all throughout your childhood, but now there is an official day to remind you to get your greens. June 17 marks National Eat Your Vegetables Day, so prepare yourself with this roundup of appetizing vegetarian recipes…

The diplomas have been stamped and sealed, the hats have been tossed, and now it's time to celebrate. Make sure you have a well-rounded spread at your food table by including tasty vegan graduation party recipes that people with alternative diets can…

It's graduation season, and that means it's time to celebrate all of your hard work with the best graduation party food ever. Yep, I'm talking about bacon in all of its crispy, crunchy, salty glory. You just can't go wrong with this crowd-pleasing in…

It's easy to fall prey to boring weeknight dinners, cooking up the same pasta and vegetable medley night after night. But you can easily break that weekly cycle of dinnertime monotony simply by learning how to add fresh herbs to any dish you make at …

How old is the meal you're eating right now? No, I'm not asking "how long has it been in the fridge;" I want to know how ancient the recipe for the food that you're consuming right now is. For some common foods, the answer is "extremely" — some of o…

When you're on any kind of special diet, it can be hard to find recipes that work with your restrictions, aren't difficult to make, and actually taste good. When you're abstaining from eating any kind of animal product, accomplishing all that becomes…

Following the logic of Ina Garten, store-bought is just fine — at least when it comes to one specific ingredient. There are so many great puff pastry ideas that it’s reasonable for you to keep a package in your freezer at all times. Easy appetizer re…

It’s time to reconsider the mushroom. While many people may stay away from this ingredient, disliking its taste or texture, there are plenty of unique mushroom recipes that prove that fungi are actually pretty versatile. They’re not just placed on ha…

At long last, the days of hibernation have ended as we approach the spring equinox, and soon enough, farmers' markets will be bustling with fresh fruits and vegetables ripe for the taking. After a winter of cozying up with plenty of hearty soups, ste…

Eating vegan is like a work of art. It takes practice and imagination to cook up delicious vegan lunch ideas, desserts, and soups. Because vegan grub omits everything made with animal products, it's essential to get clever with your cooking. That's w…

Whether you prefer to eat it with baby carrots and celery or you enjoy it with a bag of perfectly salted pita chips, hummus is a refrigerator staple that always satisfies. But while you may tend to enjoy your favorite spread in one specific way, ther…

The weather is getting warmer and that means one thing — party season is about to kick into full swing again. Something about spring weather pulls everyone out of his or her holes, and people will find any excuse to get together for a good old-fashio…

Cooking is fun, but I always have a huge mess of pots and pans to look forward to after I am finished with dinner. The one-pot cooking phenomenon used to pose a problem for vegans everywhere because of the lack of recipes. Now there are vegan one-pot…

The slow cooker could be considered nothing short of a modern miracle, especially when you just want a warm, easy dinner on the table after a long day. Luckily, even if you have dietary restrictions, there are plenty of gluten-free Crock-Pot dinners …

I have to be honest — I've never really been a fan of grapefruit. There's just something about it being way too sour — beyond “tart,” as most describe it. Yet with February being National Grapefruit Month, I was determined to include it in a recipe a…