Close Hummusis a healthy, creamy spread that’s delicious scooped up with veggies, dolloped on top of a salad or spread on a piece of toast.Homemade hummusis easy enough to make but store-bought hummus is even easier and a great staple to have in your fridge. But exactly how long does hummus last in the fridge? Is it still safe to eat hummus past its expiration date? And how can you tell when hummus has gone bad?...
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleRaw ShrimpCooked ShrimpStorage Tips In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Raw Shrimp Cooked Shrimp Storage Tips Close Photo: Getty Images / hemul75 / butenkow From pink to white and jumbo to tiny, shrimp is a great protein source to have on hand. Not only does it cook quickly, but it can also be paired with a variety of flavor profiles, fromlemon-garlictohot honey and Sriracha....
We’ve all been in this situation: You grab the milk to pour in your coffee or bowl of cereal, only to notice the date on the package has already passed. But instead of automatically pouring it down the drain, you may ask, “How long is milk good for after the expiration date? And how can I tell if milk is bad?” We’ll break down everything you need to know about cow’s milk, from expiration dates to signs of spoiled milk, so your next breakfast isn’t ruined....
From savory recipes likeRed Lentil Fritters with Ginger-Yogurt Sauceto sweet bites likeStrawberry-Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark, yogurt is a tasty ingredient to keep on hand. While there are unlimited uses for it in the kitchen, yogurt does have a limited shelf life.The Department of Agriculture recommendsstoring yogurt for up to two weeks in the refrigerator—but is it still OK to eat yogurt beyond its expiration date? Read on to find out, and learn how to determine if yogurt has gone bad....
It can be a guessing game trying to figure out how many starters and drinks your guests will help themselves to. You don’t want to spend your time making a ton of apps that don’t get eaten, or buying way too many bottles of wine — and you definitely don’t want to run out, either! Here are a few things to keep in mind.Pictured recipe:Cranberry-Prosecco CocktailDo the Food MathI like to serve two or three different types of small bites, plus a cheese board and dips....
CloseHomemade cupcakes are cupcakes you whip up from scratch-flour, butter, eggs, sugar and all. The number of calories in homemade cupcakes depends on how much batter you’re making and how many cupcakes you’re dividing that between-for example, are you using a standard 12-cup muffin tin or something else? And then there’s the frosting. Homemade cupcakes are high in sugar, but ingredients-wise they’re “clean” because they don’t contain any additives or preservatives....
Close Featured Recipe:Macaroni Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing “Calories in, calories out” for weight loss is now considered to be a little outdated and simplistic, and how many calories you should eat to lose weight or even maintain your current weight isn’t entirely clear. To understand the nuances of losing 2 pounds per week (or losing any weight, really), you must first understand what influences how many calories you need in the first place....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleSpinachGarlicKaleRomaine LettuceCeleryCucumberMushroomsCauliflowerOnionTomatoBell PepperAsparagusGreen BeansBroccoliCabbageCarrotsGreen PeasCornSweet PotatoesRed Potatoes In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Spinach Garlic Kale Romaine Lettuce Celery Cucumber Mushrooms Cauliflower Onion Tomato Bell Pepper Asparagus Green Beans Broccoli Cabbage Carrots Green Peas Corn Sweet Potatoes Red Potatoes CloseIt’s no secret that vegetables are the foundation of a healthy meal pattern. They are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, fiber and vitamin C, that promote good health and may reduce the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and cancer....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Are Carbohydrates?How Many Carbs Do You Need in a Day?Other FactorsHealth Eating TipsFAQsThe Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Are Carbohydrates? How Many Carbs Do You Need in a Day? Other Factors Health Eating Tips FAQs The Bottom Line Close Photo:Photographer: Brie Passano, Food Stylist: Annie Probst Photographer: Brie Passano, Food Stylist: Annie Probst Ahh, carbohydrates. Out of all the macronutrients (carbs, protein and fat), they seem to be one of the most heavily debated....
Close Pictured recipe:Chicken Burrito Bowls When you receive adiagnosis like diabetes, the first thing your care team will probably want to talk about is your diet—and specifically, how many carbohydrates you’re getting on a daily basis. That’s because carbohydrates play an outsized role in the management of diabetes, as their breakdown in your digestive system causes your blood sugar to rise. And controlling diabetes is directly related to controlling blood sugar....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhy Are Carbs Important for Muscle Growth?Is Protein Better Than Carbs?How Many Carbs Should You Eat? In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Why Are Carbs Important for Muscle Growth? Is Protein Better Than Carbs? How Many Carbs Should You Eat? Though protein is essential formuscle growth, you also need carbohydrates to fuel your body and muscles for optimal performance. A meta-review published inNutrientsin February 2022 concluded that carbohydrate intake is critical for strength-training performance and recovery....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleNatural vs. Added SugarHow Much Should You Eat?Identifying Natural and Added SugarIf You Have DiabetesIf You Want to Lose WeightWhat If You Eat Too Much? In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Natural vs. Added Sugar How Much Should You Eat? Identifying Natural and Added Sugar If You Have Diabetes If You Want to Lose Weight What If You Eat Too Much? Aah, sugar—the sweet stuff we all love to eat....
Close Photo: Evan de Normandie The first place that I ever stepped foot on the continent of Africa was Morocco. It was in the late 1960s. I was on a day trip from southern Spain with my parents. We took a ferry from southern Spain and entered a different world—the light changed, the air was different, and some of the people looked like relatives. I vividly remember the bus tour we took....
