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Meaty roasted mushrooms and creamy cauliflower make an unexpectedly delicious taco filling. Roasting the mushrooms and cauliflower in the oven created flavorful browning and varied textures; adding canned chipotle in adobo for the last few minutes added heat and depth to the vegetables. The microwave made quick work of pickling the red onion for...Read more

The luscious, lemony sauce drizzled over this chicken piccata is an all-around winner in our book. It has a bright, briny flavor, is made from ingredients you likely have on hand, and goes with everything from chicken to tofu to scallops. Bonus: It’s lower in calories than a lot of other pan sauces.

Lemon Chicken Piccata

Serves 4

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Winter’s relative lack of daylight and sunshine, especially in cloudy or more northerly climates, may make you feel less energetic and more blah than you do in the brighter months. For about five percent of the U.S population, however, the “winter blues” have a more serious effect on mood and daily functioning — possibly because they ...Read more

The first time I tasted this dish was at an Italian restaurant in Los Angeles. I was slightly puzzled, since it had a strong oregano flavor with Greek feta cheese, and wondered why it was served in an Italian restaurant. I did some research and realized that it is in fact a Greek dish.

There are many interpretations of this dish, some with ...Read more

Frosty January days and boldly flavored, heartwarming stews prove the perfect match. On the weekends, beef chuck simmers all day with red wine and root vegetables for a rich Sunday repast. During the week, we turn to quicker-cooking concoctions with plenty of lean protein and vegetables.

The green chile chicken stew that follows takes ...Read more

With cold and flu season upon us again, a warming elixir is my drink of choice for the next few months. This healing mug of tea is inspired by a Starbucks customer favorite, and made with brewed peach and citrus mint teas, lemonade, and honey. It’s a cozy drink that tastes even better when you can skip the drive-thru and make it at home.

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Bacon, egg and cheese (also known as B.E.C.) is the go-to breakfast order of New Yorkers. The name is short for a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, and it’s a staple at bodegas and carts across the city.

Luckily, you don’t have to be in NYC to enjoy this ...Read more