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Mastering the Blue Zone way of life has never been easier
MINNEAPOLIS -- Tao Organic Cafe has been holding court on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis for more than a half-century, but it never gets old for Dan Buettner.
“You’re in for a real treat,” he said while ordering two Tao bowls, each rich with beans, rice, ginger-kissed vegetables, sesame seeds and a heaping side of enthusiasm. “This is ...Read more

Quick Fix: Sheet Pan Orange-Honey Salmon with Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes
This easy one-pan recipe is perfect for a quick, fuss-free meal. Everything bakes together on a single sheet pan for minimal cleanup.
Broccoli and sweet potatoes add vibrant color and a touch of autumn flavor, while the salmon roasts alongside them and is glazed with a sweet and tangy sauce made with fresh orange juice, honey, and soy sauce. ...Read more

Shucking oysters is a life skill. Here's how to shuck like a pro
LOS ANGELES — Ari Kolender knows oysters. His two seafood restaurants — Found Oyster in East Hollywood and Queen's Raw Bar & Grill in Eagle Rock — serve tens of thousands of oysters a week. Between them they've sold well over a million oysters, splayed in platters over ice, tucked into towers of seafood, served raw, grilled or fried (even ...Read more

Pair tart apples with chicken and fennel for an easy fall dinner
Chicken roasted with apples and fennel, a perfect fall pairing, is both weeknight simple and dinner-party worthy.
Seasoned with rosemary, thyme and sage and drizzled with olive oil, the chicken turns tantalizingly crisp while the rendered fat bastes the onions, apples and fennel until they’re meltingly tender.
You want a good sharp apple, ...Read more

Gretchen's table: Crispy oven chorizo and potato tacos are social media darlings
I'm not alone when I say I could eat tacos every day and never get bored. Add Mexican chorizo to the equation, and make that tacos twice a day, Sunday through Saturday.
The highly seasoned sausage made from ground pork, vinegar and dried Mexican chiles is one of my favorite proteins. From dips to soups to eggs and poppers, it adds a flavor bomb...Read more

Column: What goes into fake fish, and how does it taste?
My poor wife cannot eat fish. Shellfish is fine, but she has an intolerance to fish that swim.
It’s actually an intolerance to a specific protein in the muscle that allows fish to propel themselves through the water, and it’s more common than you might think — especially because you probably just heard about it for the first time now.
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Noon Serenade Shakshuka
Experience the serenade of noon with Noon Serenade Shakshuka. The simmering tomatoes cradling poached eggs play a melody as enticing and comforting as a noon serenade.
Ingredients 1 can diced tomatoes 4 eggs 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh parsley for garnishInstructions Sauté the onion and garlic until...Read more
Fantastic Fajita Fiesta
These quick fajitas will transport you to a lively Tex-Mex celebration right in your kitchen. It’s all sizzle without the struggle.
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken or beef, sliced 1 bell pepper, sliced 1 onion, sliced 1 packet fajita seasoning 2 tbsp vegetable oil Tortillas for servingInstructions: In a large pan, cook ...Read more
Amazing Aloo Gobi
Venture into the flavorful world of Indian cuisine with Amazing Aloo Gobi. This spiced potato and cauliflower dish is an explosion of flavors.
Ingredients Potatoes Cauliflower Curry powderInstructions Sauté potatoes and cauliflower with curry powder until tender.
Serve with warm flatbread or rice.
This Aloo ...Read more
Brunch Ballad Poached Eggs and Avocado Toast
Experience the ballad of brunch with Brunch Ballad Poached Eggs and Avocado Toast. The creamy avocado spread on crunchy toast topped with a perfectly poached egg sings a ballad as poetic and pleasurable as brunch itself.
Ingredients 2 slices of bread 1 ripe avocado 2 eggs Salt and pepper to taste Fresh herbs for ...Read more
Magnificent Mini Pancake Skewers
These Magnificent Mini Pancake Skewers are a fun and tasty treat. Turn brunch into a playful event!Ingredients Pancake mix Syrup Fresh berriesInstructions Cook mini pancakes according to the mix's instructions.
Alternate threading mini pancakes and fresh berries onto skewers, then drizzle with syrup.
These skewers ...Read more
Sunny Side Up Breakfast Tacos
Rise and shine with these vibrant and zesty breakfast tacos. It's a lively blend of classic breakfast ingredients tucked inside a warm tortilla.
Ingredients: 4 eggs 4 small flour tortillas 1/2 cup refried beans 1/2 cup shredded cheese 1/2 cup salsa Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Heat the refried beans and ...Read more
Hasty Hoisin Tofu Stir-fry
This quick and easy hoisin tofu stir-fry is a flavorful and satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients: 1 block firm tofu, cubed 2 cups mixed vegetables 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oilInstructions: Heat oil in a pan and add tofu, frying until golden.
Add vegetables and stir...Read more

EatingWell: Need energy in the morning? This breakfast bowl has you covered
While eggs offer plenty of protein, you can make a satisfying, high-protein breakfast without them. This breakfast bowl includes black beans, yogurt and Monterey Jack cheese, providing plenty of protein to keep you feeling full and energized throughout the morning.
High-Protein Black Bean Breakfast Bowl
Serves 3
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total...Read more

The Kitchn: Here’s how to make a fun, festive Halloween snack board
Snack boards are my never-fail, super-easy appetizer — and a clever way to serve dinner on busy nights. Take this Halloween snack board, for example: It’s perfect for a party (when we’re not in a pandemic, of course), but doubles as a quick meal before trick-or-treating that will delight kids and adults alike. This ...Read more

Seriously Simple: Pumpkin chocolate chip muffins a seasonal favorite
Muffins are often served as a breakfast time treat, but I like them any time of day or evening. Slightly moist and crumbly, muffins are my kind of comfort food.
These spiced pumpkin muffins are rich, golden orange nuggets of pumpkin goodness. The pumpkin pie spice reminds us of harvest time. These spiced gems are further enhanced with ...Read more

Brussels sprouts for the win
I enjoy Brussels sprouts several times a week during this time of year. I roast them in the air fryer, shred them for salads, skewer them on the grill, puree them into soup, and include them in sheet-pan dinners. My only hesitation about serving these beautiful orbs is when a sister visits, mostly because I can’t remember which one of them ...Read more

Environmental Nutrition: Smart swaps for a healthier ice cream fix
Are you craving ice cream but watching your calories, sugar, or fat intake? Good news — there are plenty of lighter options that satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your health goals.
Frozen yogurt is a classic alternative, offering less fat than traditional ice cream. Choose plain or low-sugar varieties and top with fresh fruit ...Read more

The Kitchn: It’s impossible to eat just one of these apple pie bites
If you’re anything like me, after a long day of apple-picking you want to make something delicious with the bounty you brought home — without spending hours in the kitchen. That said, if you love the flavor of apple pie but don’t feel like fussing ...Read more
Gretchen's table: Creamy butternut squash bisque
It may not exactly be soup weather yet, but as we march into October, you know the brisk weather that mandates pulling on a sweatshirt will soon be upon us.
The enticing aroma of burgers sizzling on a grill is starting to be replaced by the smell of a backyard fire pit, and it's hard to walk two blocks without seeing Halloween decorations.
The...Read more