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Festive and Light: Dietitian-Created Holiday Mocktail Recipes

JUMP TO RECIPES: Mocktails often rely on sugary syrups and lots of juice, but a lighter touch can be just as delicious. Developed by a registered dietitian, these festive holiday mocktail recipes use modest amounts of juice alongside tea, herbs, citrus, and whole fruits to build delicious, layered flavor. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or […]

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Pro Tips for Creating an Epic Vegan Charcuterie Board

Think “vegan charcuterie board” sounds like an oxymoron? Think again. The grazing-board format is a perfect canvas for showing off just how colorful and delicious a plant-based spread can be. Here’s how to assemble an Instagram-ready, drool-worthy vegan charcuterie board that feels abundant, intentional, and effortless. 1. Make at least 1 thing from scratch. While […]

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Make Better (and Healthier) Pancakes and Waffles with These Tips

With a reliable mix, a couple of well-chosen tools, and a few smart techniques, you can turn out tall, tender pancakes and crisp-edged waffles any day of the week—no oil or unhealthy ingredients necessary. This cheat sheet breaks down the essentials so you can skip the guesswork, cook with confidence, and enjoy a wholesome breakfast […]

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How to Make Perfect Instant Pot Beans, Every Time

Ready to take your Instant Pot beans to the next level, or just get your next batch just right? Here are the tips and tweaks that make all the difference between a good pot of pressure-cooked beans and a great one. 1. Make the soaking process work for you. One of the Instant Pot’s biggest […]

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Kombu 101: The Seaweed Secret Behind Japan’s Most Delicious Dishes

If there’s one sea vegetable you should always have on hand, it’s kombu, the dried strips of kelp that are an essential component of Japanese cuisine. “Kombu brings umami, that subtle, yet deep savory taste that ties everything together and enhances other flavors without overpowering them,” says Namiko Hirasawa Chen, founder of the Japanese recipe […]

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The Cooking Hack That Makes Stainless Steel Pans Work Like Nonstick

Ask any chef or home cook who uses stainless steel pans, and they’ll tell you they wouldn’t sauté, sear, braise, or stir-fry with anything else. The versatile, practically indestructible cookware distributes heat evenly and stands up to high temperatures that can cause nonstick coatings to break down and other metals to warp. The one drawback […]

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Why I Tell All My Heart Patients to Try Meditation

In Brief As a physician specializing in heart health, I often meet patients with cardiovascular disease who are also grappling with chronic stress. The demands of modern life—managing a demanding job, navigating family responsibilities, or coping with health challenges—can take a significant toll on the heart and blood vessels. For these patients, I emphasize meditation […]

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Honeynut: How a Star Chef and a Plant Breeder Made the Perfect Squash for Roasting

In Brief What do you get when a scientist and a star chef collaborate on a new variety of butternut squash? Honeynut: the butternut hybrid that’s smaller, denser, and more concentrated in flavor. Here’s the scoop on how the Honeynut came to be the vegetable phenomenon it is today, plus tips on how to select, […]

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Why You Should Always Have Soba Noodles in Your Pantry

In Brief If the pasta selection in your pantry doesn’t already include a package or two of soba noodles, it’s time to add some to your stash. Hot or cold, lightly dressed or swimming in a savory broth or sauce, the thin, tan strands are a great option for fast weeknight meals. (Most types of […]

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How to Get More Science-Backed Plant-Based Goodness in Your Google Results

Want to see more science-backed, plant-based content in your Google results? Add Forks Over Knives to your Preferred Sources on Google! Earlier this month, Google rolled out a new feature called Preferred Sources, which allows you to select which outlets you most want to see when you’re searching for news: Instead of leaving it all […]

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Edamame: How to Buy, Store, and Cook the Beloved Green Soybean

In Brief Mention edamame and most people’s first thought is the whole, steamed pods that are so much fun to eat in Japanese restaurants. But ever since frozen bags of shelled edamame became common in North American grocery stores in the 1990s, the protein-rich green soybeans have become a beloved ingredient in recipes, especially among […]

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Veggie Steaks That Steal the Show: Easy How-To and 11 Flavor-Packed Recipes

There’s nothing like taking a bite of a thick, tender, juicy steak—a veggie steak, that is. And there’s nothing easier than roasting veggie steaks for a hearty, satisfying (dare we say “meaty”?) main dish that lets vegetables take center-plate. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions below; then serve your creations steak-house style with a baked sweet […]

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