Issue 145
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Table of Contents
From the Editor4
Let's Get Social5
Tips From Our Readers6
In The Now10
Seasonal Kitchen: Grapefruit12
We’re showcasing the seasonal gem’s sweet and tart flavor in three, somewhat unexpected, recipes.
Sautéed Cod with grapefruit-sage sauce12
Chicken, Grapefruit & Avocado Wrap14
Sweetened Grapefruit with brown sugar whip15
Instant Pot Meals16
All-in-one meals are perfect for weeknight suppers, and come together in a snap thanks to the Instant Pot.
Broccoli Mac ‘N Cheese with spinach & pesto16
Chicken Cassoulet with garlic sausage18
Spicy Ramen Bowls with red curry and mushrooms20
Test Kitchen Favorites: Snacks22
Forget about the grab-and-go snacks at the store. Make your own — they’re easy and a little more nutrish-ish.
Peanut Butter Oat Bites22
Sweet & Salty Chex Mix24
Crispy Baked Root Vegetable Chips25
Cuisine for Two: Grains26
Go with the grain. These three seasonal and hearty entrée salads make it easy for you. They’re tasty, too!
Warm Winter Vegetable Salad with halloumi26
Barley & Roasted Veggie Salad with bacon vinaigrette29
Southwest Quinoa Salad with chipotle vinaigrette30
Healthy Eating Basics32
Start the year off right and get back to the basics with this refresher course on healthy eating.
Cuisine Class: Bagels36
We walk you through one of the easiest breads that you can make at home — bagels. Trust us, you knead to try it!
Chocolate42
Here’s your chance to learn all about the different types of chocolate (and cocoa) plus more. And we’re sharing a killer chocolate cupcake that’s perfect for all the chocolate lovers out there.
Oreo Cupcakes with cream filling45
Cooking From Frozen46
Get a nutritious and homemade dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less thanks to The 30-Minute Cooking From Frozen Cookbook. You may find yourself hitting up the frozen aisle more often.
Steak Fajita Burrito Bowls with pico de gallo46
Garlic Butter Cauliflower Pizza49
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup50
Cheesy Italian Zucchini & Spinach Bake51
Wares: Digital Scales52
We’re weighing the pros and cons, giving a balanced evaluation on this essential kitchen tool — the scale.
Beignets54
No need to travel, enjoy the Big Easy’s version of a doughnut at home. Delicious fried dough coated in powdered sugar — all you need is some hot chicory coffee to really seal the deal.
Low-ABV Drinks58
Not sure if you’re ready to dive into “Dry January?” Start by lowering your alcohol with these low-ABV cocktails.
Michelada58
Prosecco Woo Woo60
Grasshopper60
Sherry Raspberry Cobbler61
All About: Oats62
Learn all about this common pantry staple, the five categories of oats, nutritional benefits, and storing.
1 Ingredient 4 Ways: Oats64
We’re putting one of the healthiest grains to work in four oat-standing recipes that we know you’ll love.
Oatmeal-Raisin Quick Bread64
Oat Milk65
Savory Granola66
Steel-Cut Oats Risotto with Parmesan & sage67
Faster with Fewer: Pasta68
Warm, comforting pasta is just what the doctor ordered. These four pasta dishes are sure to cure the winter blues.
BLT Pasta with shrimp68
Skillet Chicken Alfredo with green peas69
Pesto Pasta with sweet potatoes70
Sausage Ragu with spinach71
Ask the Editors72
Grand Finale: Baked Alaska74
Ice cream, cake, and meringue all in one dessert? Yes. This dessert is every bit as good as it sounds!