Published Feb. 6, 2026Updated Feb. 6, 2026 We’ll let the experts argue about whether the aphrodisiac qualities of chocolate are physiological or psychological. If it tastes great and makes you feel good, we think that’s reason enough to whip up a chocolaty dessert, whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or just because. Here are 16 easy…
Published Jan. 22, 2026Updated Jan. 22, 2026 If you think eating healthfully is too much work, let us introduce you to the miracle of the sheet-pan dinner. These smart recipes make throwing together a nutritious meal easy, since a protein shares the pan with veggies or starches (or both) for streamlined cleanup. Sheet-pan recipes also…
Published Jan. 13, 2026Updated Jan. 13, 2026 Just as with ground beef, pork or chicken, there are endless ways to turn ground turkey into a fast weeknight meal. But turkey, with its low fat content and mild flavor, makes for especially delicious lighter fare. Whether you’re trying to cut down on red meat consumption or…
Published Jan. 13, 2026Updated Jan. 13, 2026 Just as with ground beef, pork or chicken, there are endless ways to turn ground turkey into a fast weeknight meal. But turkey, with its low fat content and mild flavor, makes for especially delicious lighter fare. Whether you’re trying to cut down on red meat consumption or…
By Samantha Cassetty Samantha Cassetty is a registered dietitian nutritionist. Published Jan. 8, 2026Updated Jan. 8, 2026 Cooking at home remains one of the most reliable ways to eat well, giving you control over ingredients, portions and seasonings. It also makes it easier to build meals around whole foods instead of heavily processed options. But…
By Samantha Cassetty Samantha Cassetty is a registered dietitian nutritionist. Published Jan. 3, 2026Updated Jan. 3, 2026 Everyone wants to eat better, but who has the time? The truth is, healthy eating is easier than you think. It’s really about making small, smart choices consistently that can make a big difference over time, like cooking…
The best way to start the celebration? Serving these unforgettable treats. By Yewande Komolafe Yewande Komolafe is a cooking writer and columnist for The New York Times and a recipe developer and video host for NYT Cooking. She is also the author of the cookbook “My Everyday Lagos.” Published Dec. 6, 2025Updated Dec. 6, 2025…
Published Nov. 24, 2025Updated Nov. 24, 2025 Thanksgiving appetizers can be a divisive topic. Do you really need a snack spread when you’re about to devour a feast? We say yes. First of all, no one wants peckish guests talking politics. And a baked Brie placed strategically in the living room is a great way…
Published Nov. 14, 2025Updated Nov. 14, 2025 The other day, I came home from the grocery store and laughed aloud as I unloaded a three-pound package of ground beef, a three-pound package of ground turkey, a two-pound package of ground pork and a one-pound package of ground chicken. (Somewhere in the great beyond, my Midwestern…
Published Oct. 30, 2025Updated Oct. 30, 2025 Date night doesn’t have to mean reservations, crowded restaurants and a huge bill. You can make a night at home feel special with some mood lighting (dimmers! candles!) and delicious food. These easy recipes come together in an hour or less, and are guaranteed to impress without spending…
