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Close Photo: Jamie Vespa Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! As the temperature drops here in Seattle, I’ve noticed changes in my appetite. I’m craving comfort foods, like cheesy pastas and cozy soups, and in general, I feel hungrier. There is scientific reasoning as to why we tend to feel hungrier as the temp drops—our body requires more energy to regulate its temperature in colder weather....

Close Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! Giada De Laurentiis Just Revealed Her 2022 Thanksgiving Menu—and It’s Full of Italian Flair Your Meal Plan Sunday’sSalmon Tacos with Pineapple Salsaare a tasty and easy recipe for a weekend dinner. The pineapple salsa, cilantro and lime juice add a delicious finishing touch....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleYour Meal PlanSomething SweetWhat’s Inspiring Me This Week In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Your Meal Plan Something Sweet What’s Inspiring Me This Week Close Photo: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Protein is highly applauded within the health space, and for good reason. Along with fat and carbs, our body needs protein to function properly. More specifically, protein is involved in supporting muscle growth and immune function, strengthening your bones and slowing your digestion, which in turn, keeps you fuller for longer....

Close Photo: Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth Blackburn Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! As the days get colder, I’ve noticed I feel hungrier, especially during the afternoon. Yet, that doesn’t surprise me at all. In fact,researchshows that, as the temperature drops, the body needs more energy (AKA calories) to regulate its temperature....

ClosePhoto: Jason DonnellyOur column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday!With spring (finally) in full effect, my mornings now include a stroll around the garden to see all the new things sprouting up from the ground, and my evenings always include a walk around the neighborhood. Before I know it, it’s 7:30 p....

ClosePhoto: Photography / Kelsey Hansen, Styling / Greg LunaI’m just getting over a cold, that (somehow) didn’t end up being COVID and wow—being sick is no fun. Whenever I’m feeling under the weather, I crave a big bowl of steaming hot, brothy soup. It’s my ultimate comfort food and always helps me feel better—plus it’s a great way to get in lots of immune-supporting ingredients. And while no single food or drink will totally prevent you from getting sick, certain nutrients and staying hydrated can help support your immune system....

Close Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! For each of the last six years, the Mediterranean diet has won the “Best Diet Overall” in theU.S. News & World Report’s best diets list, and for good reasons. Research has shown that following the Mediterranean diet can help you lower LDL cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases, and more....

Close Photo: Jacob Fox Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! Figuring out what to make for dinner is sometimes more tedious than it seems. That’s why I like mapping out my week of meals ahead of time, so I have a plan in place and have less to think about during the workweek....

Close Photo: Jason Donnelly Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! TheMediterranean dietis an eating pattern based on traditional cuisines in countries along the Mediterranean Sea, with a focus on lots of fruits and veggies, healthy fats (like olive oil, nuts and salmon), lean meats, plant-based protein, calcium-rich dairy items and whole grains....

CloseThe dinners in this week’s plan deliver the comfort I crave this time of year, along with the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean eating pattern puts an emphasis on delicious, nutrient-dense foods, like fruits, veggies, healthy fats, whole grains and lean protein—which this menu is packed with. And while traditional dishes from countries in the Mediterranean region, like Italy and Greece, are delicious, the principles of the Mediterranean diet can be applied to any type of cuisine....

Close Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! With most of the country experiencing a significant heat wave, now’s the time to lean into easy no-cook meals to help you—and your home—stay cool. The easy dinners in this week’s plan use convenient, ready-to-use ingredients in creative ways to help you get a healthy dinner on the table, without having to touch your stove or grill....

Close Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! Who doesn’t love a delicious slice of cake or a chewy yet crispy chocolate chip cookie? As a dietitian, I firmly believe that all foods can be part of a healthy, balanced diet, but most adults—me included—typically consume more added sugar in a day than what’s recommended....

Close Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! It’s totally normal to eat more than you usually do during the holidays. It’s all those special dishes—and times with friends and family—that make celebrating so special! I sure got my fill of herb-roasted turkey, melting potatoes and apple crisp with cranberries last week....