When did humans first look at a bowl of leaves and decide that it would taste better with some vinaigrette?It's impossible to pinpoint where and when someone first came up with salad, but according to the Oxford Dictionary of Food and Drink in America, a dish we might recognize as a garden salad became popular during the Roman Empire, when people ate piles of leafy raw … [Read more...] about A salad fit for an emperor
Recipes
Raw zucchini salad
Fresh and easy for warm spring daysZucchini is a low-calorie vegetable that packs a huge nutritional punch with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and its mild flavor makes it a versatile ingredient for a wide variety of dishes. This raw zucchini salad is quick to assemble and packs a ton of flavor -- a perfect side dish for your Memorial Day cookout. Bulk it up with toasted … [Read more...] about Raw zucchini salad
Get the most out of Easter ham with easy ham and beans
If you've got a pile of leftover ham after your Easter feast and you're not in the mood to eat ham sandwiches for a solid week, try a pot of ham and beans. This filling, flavorful dish reheats well, keeps in the refrigerator for several days and can be frozen to be eaten later. Don't be afraid to experiment with flavors or add in extra vegetables or meats that you want to use … [Read more...] about Get the most out of Easter ham with easy ham and beans
Easy, heart-healthy sardine avocado toast
The humble tinned sardine has never gotten a fair shake. Tender and a little salty, these tiny members of the herring family typically lack any unpleasant fishy odor or taste, and are packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B-12, calcium and other beneficial minerals. The American Heart Association recommends eating oily fish twice a week, and tinned fish … [Read more...] about Easy, heart-healthy sardine avocado toast
Impress your sweetie with this easy chocolate mousse
Tasty, fun and a little bit cheesy if you want to go over-the-top on presentation, this easy chocolate "mousse" is a quick three-ingredient dessert to impress your sweetie on Valentine's Day. Or you can enjoy it on your own anytime -- it really is that simple. Using a hand or stand mixer with a wire whisk attachment, begin whipping the cream in a chilled bowl until frothy … [Read more...] about Impress your sweetie with this easy chocolate mousse