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Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images Hot take: I think Trader Joe’s is totally overrated. Sure, I’ve picked up delicious things during my infrequent visits (mainlysnacks). And I like some of their products fine enough to buy them again if I happen to end up there. But I never go out of my way to shop at Trader Joe’s. First, it’s always jampacked with people, so the checkout lines are long. And I don’t tend to buy a lot of the products they’re known for, like individual frozen meals and marinated meats....

ClosePhoto:Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty ImagesIt’s no secret that Ina Garten is the queen of entertaining. However, even though I cooked professionally for nearly a decade and currently write about food and develop recipes for a living, I’m still always a bit anxious about cooking for a big group in my home.Part of the stress of entertaining is usually the pressure we put on ourselves. I’m sure my friends would be just as happy if I orderedpizzainstead of serving them a three-course meal....

ClosePhoto:Jennifer CauseyMy family just got back from a 10-day trip to Italy. We dined on risotto with shaved truffles in Florence, crispy pillows of gnoccho fritto with shaved ham in Parma, and tagliata (grilled steak) in Conegliano. We also drank lots of wine and ate lots of gelato. We moved our bodies a lot (including a massive hike up Mount Pizzoc) but I still felt really heavy—and, if I’m being honest, stopped up....

Close Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless When I plan a vacation, food is the first thing I think about. Whether it’s scoping out restaurants to try in a new city or making time to dine at my favorite delis when I visit my hometown, planning for the delicious food I will eat always gets me excited about a trip....

Close Photo:Eating Well/Getty Images Eating Well/Getty Images I have conducted and published 70 celebrity interviews this year, and I learn so much about each person I talk to, whether it’s an award-winning actor, renowned chef or a decoratedOlympic athlete. Through these conversations, I tend to notice trends in lifestyle factors, focused nutrients and even simple eating habits like their favorite snacks. Giada De Laurentiis Just Shared the No-Cook, Protein-Packed Dip She Can’t Stop Making...

Close Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Getty Images. EatingWell design. Every time I hit the grocery store, I can’t help but notice the words “high in protein” seem to be slapped onto just about every food label, from the dairy department to the cereal and snack aisles. As a dietitian, I know there are plenty of protein-filled foods. And in my opinion, there’s not always a need to add it to every food....

Photo: Burpee This is Obsessed: my weekly column devoted to sharing all the things I’m loving right now—from unique food and gift ideas to travel destinations and beauty products—plus some tips and tricks for living your best life. I enjoy growing herbs, and usually have a steady rotation of rosemary, parsley and thyme in my garden. Even though I love to cook and garden, I had never heard of pineapple sage (also calledsalvia elegans) until I discovered it at a spring plant sale a few years ago....

Photo:SHOE: COURTESY OF BRAND. DESIGN ELEMENTS: GETTY IMAGES. SHOE: COURTESY OF BRAND. DESIGN ELEMENTS: GETTY IMAGES. The second I tried the ReebokDMX Comfort + Walking Shoesout, it was clear why they’re so iconic. They’re breathable and waterproof, so I can wear them for anything anywhere. But, best of all, they’re so cute. They’re already worthy of an investment, but thanks to the codeBACKTOSCHOOL, you can score the pair 35% off (including my favorite color) but hurry, sizes are selling fast....

Close Photo: Getty Images Like every Trader Joe’s shopper, I have favorite products that I buy over and over again. And now that I no longer live a convenient distance from a Trader Joe’s—the closest one is two hours away!—most of my must-have items are of the shelf-stable variety because of the long drive home. One relatively new favorite item that I make sure to stock up on whenever I find myself near a TJ’s is theEggplant Garlic Spread with Sweet Red Peppers....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhy I Love ItHow to Make ItTipsVariations In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Why I Love It How to Make It Tips Variations Close Photo:Image: Getty, Design: EatingWell Image: Getty, Design: EatingWell Why I Love Ina’s Lemon Vinaigrette Of course, Ina’s lemon vinaigrette is the reason I now look forward to eating salad almost every day—even if it comes in the form of a couple of handfuls of arugula....

Close Photo:Diabetic Living Diabetic Living As I fall asleep at night, I start thinking about what I’m going to make for dinner the next day. (That’s totally normal, right?) I mentally go over the contents of the refrigerator and conjure up healthy meals that will use what needs to be used, what I want to eat while it’s still in season and what sounds delicious. I find the whole exercise very calming....

Close Photo: EatingWell Dinner is always a frantic time in my house. There is this mad dash to put something on the table while getting my young daughters settled after school, finishing last-minute tasks for work and trying to find just a moment to connect with my wife. And as a dad who cooks professionally, I take pride in serving my family something interesting, delicious and healthy for dinner. That is why I gravitate towardhealthy make-ahead dinner recipes....

Close Photo:Getty Images / EatingWell design Getty Images / EatingWell design There are plenty of fish in the sea but, until this year, my fish choices consisted mainly of salmon and tuna. While I love recipes like ourGarlic Butter-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes & AsparagusandEasy Tuna Cakes with Greens & Lemon Dressing, I was looking to expand my palate and switch things up. That’s when I discovered Trader Joe’s Sardines in Olive Oil....