Today’s recipe, Chicken with Wild Rice and Grapes, was prepared by Tanya Christian, one of Real Simple’s editorial assistants. Several years ago I made the decision to cut beef and pork out of my diet entirely. It was a New Year’s Resolution challenge that turned into a lifestyle change. Because I was never a huge fan of fish, my meat […]
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Pantry Puttanesca
The worst of Hurricane Irene seems to be behind us—at least in the New York area. Last weekend, the city was captivated, as New Yorkers (people not normally accustomed to floods) contemplated evacuating their apartments and stock piled candles, water and other essential non-perishables. I decamped to New Jersey to wait out the storm with my family. For the most […]
Why Comfort Foods Boost Your Mood
We don’t know about you, but this new study certainly brightened our mood. It turns out that there is science behind why comfort foods (like ice cream or mac and cheese) put you in a better mood. According to researchers in Belgium, the fatty acids in our favorite comfort foods (not the sight of them or the memories associated with […]
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