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One of the surest signs of spring is seeing fat, healthy bunches of asparagus showing up in your local market. This distinctive, earthy vegetable is fantastic in everything from omelets to stir-fries and salads, so take advantage of the spring bounty. Here’s everything you need to know about how to buy asparagus, how to store it and how to cook asparagus once you get it home. Pictured recipe:Grilled Asparagus How to Buy Asparagus Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas...

ClosePictured recipe:Bacon and Avocado Topped Baked PotatoWhether you prefer crispy bacon or chewy bacon, we can all agree that bacon makes everything better. Bacon adds a delicious saltiness and smokiness to every dish. While we don’t recommend eating bacon every day (check outfour dietitian-approved tips for eating bacon), there’s definitely a time and place for the flavorful ingredient. Learn how to cook bacon, including methods for cooking on the stove, in the oven and in the microwave....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow to Prepare ThemCooking ThemHow to Roast Whole BeetsHow to Roast Beet WedgesHow to Grill Beet SlicesHow to Microwave ThemHow to Steam ThemHow to Boil ThemHow to Air-Fry ThemHow to Cook Beet GreensCan You Eat Raw Beets?Beet Nutrition FactsHow to Choose Beets at the StoreHow to Grow Your Own Beets In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How to Prepare Them Cooking Them...

Even though brown rice takes a bit longer to cook than white rice, it’s well worth the wait: unrefined grains retain more vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Plus, they are high in fiber, which is important for a heart-healthy diet. Like other whole grains, brown rice has been minimally processed. In this case, it’s just enough to sort and remove the inedible outer husk, leaving the nutritious outer bran layer intact....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleClean and PrepCooking TipsShopping TipsStorage TipsNutrition FactsHow to Grow Them In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Clean and Prep Cooking Tips Shopping Tips Storage Tips Nutrition Facts How to Grow Them If any vegetable has suffered an undeserved bad reputation, it’sBrussels sprouts—mostly because the preferred cooking method used to be boiling them beyond recognition. But once it was discovered that they could beroastedto caramelized goodness—with a crisp exterior and tender, buttery interior—or shredded raw into light and crunchy salads, Brussels sprouts became a revelation....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticlePrep TipsCooking TipsHow to Make SauerkrautHow to Make ColeslawShopping TipsNutrition FactsHow to Grow It In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Prep Tips Cooking Tips How to Make Sauerkraut How to Make Coleslaw Shopping Tips Nutrition Facts How to Grow It Close Pictured Recipe:Roasted Savoy Cabbage with Orange Vinaigrette How to Prep Cabbage How to Prep Red, Green or Savoy Cabbage Remove several outer leaves from the head; rinse with water....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow to Choose the Best ChardHow to Prep ChardCan You Eat Chard Raw?How to Cook ChardHow to Cook Chard LeavesHow to Cook Chard StemsHow to Sauté Chard In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How to Choose the Best Chard How to Prep Chard Can You Eat Chard Raw? How to Cook Chard How to Cook Chard Leaves How to Cook Chard Stems...

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Are Chicken Thighs?How to Buy Chicken ThighsHow to Prepare Chicken Thighs4 Ways to Cook Chicken ThighsChicken Thighs Nutrition In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Are Chicken Thighs? How to Buy Chicken Thighs How to Prepare Chicken Thighs 4 Ways to Cook Chicken Thighs Chicken Thighs Nutrition If your weekly shopping list routinely includes a pack ofchicken breasts, it’s time to reconsider your poultry purchase....

Close Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:8Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:8 Active Time:5 mins Active Time: 5 mins Total Time:20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings:8 Servings: 8 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe What Is Couscous? Couscous is a small, round pasta that’s a staple in much of the Mediterranean. Because it’s easy to prepare, cooks rather quickly and absorbs flavors well, it’s a popular and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes and makes a great substitute for other carbohydrates like potatoes and rice....

Close Canned beans are convenient, but dried beans have a lot to offer too: They’re cheaper than canned and often have better flavor. You also control the sodium in dried beans, so they can be healthier too. They also last a long time in your pantry. So, got a bag of beans? Here’s how to prepare and cook them. How Long Do Dried Beans Last? Dried beans are best used within a year or two of purchase....

Close Photo: ventdusud / Getty Images What is eggplant exactly? Eggplant is actually a berry—a very large berry and, like the tomato, it’s a member of the nightshade family. It’s grown around the world and makes its way into an array of cuisines. Depending on how you prepare it, eggplant can be firm and meaty, soft and silky, or even crunchy. Learn how to cook eggplant and make the most of this tasty nightshade....

Close Pictured Recipe:Vegan Green Bean Casserole While one of the most iconic uses for the ever-popular green bean is in a creamy casserole at the holidays, fresh beans purchased in-season at your local market can’t be beat. (Fun fact: even dogs can enjoy the deliciousness of green beans). Also called snap beans or string beans, green beans actually come in a range of colors, from green to yellow to purple. When a recipe calls for green beans, most likely it means the ones that are green in color - although any color will work....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleStep 1. Cook the EggsStep 2. Choose Lean ProteinStep 3. Add Fresh VegetablesStep 4. Stir-Fry the Rice SeparatelyStep 5. Season Judiciously4 Secrets for Making Perfect Fried Rice In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Step 1. Cook the Eggs Step 2. Choose Lean Protein Step 3. Add Fresh Vegetables Step 4. Stir-Fry the Rice Separately Step 5. Season Judiciously 4 Secrets for Making Perfect Fried Rice...