What do Tour de France cyclists eat?

How many calories do the riders eat each day? The short answer? A lot. Factors that affect daily energy requirements include how long the stage is, the terrain to be covered, and the body weight of the rider. “Calorie requirements vary from day to day, depending on the demands and profile of the specific stage. … Read more

How To Balance Electrolytes When You Go Low-Carb

Quick Summary tl;dr Maintaining the right balance of sodium, magnesium, and potassium is crucial for preventing symptoms of the keto-flu, including headaches, muscle cramps, fatigue, and mood swings. Proper hydration and monitoring your body’s signals can help manage and maintain this balance effectively. Sodium: Aim for 4-6 grams (4,000 to 6,000 mg) of sodium per … Read more

Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole Recipe | Epicurious

Frozen shredded potato patties transform into a crispy yet fluffy crust for this meaty hash-brown-and-egg casserole. It hits as well at a leisurely brunch (it’s prime holiday breakfast fodder) as it does for a weeknight dinner. Need a go-to breakfast bake for busy mornings? This cozy crowd-pleaser is a make-ahead dream (see Do Ahead for … Read more

Seeni Sambol Grilled Cheese Rolls Recipe

For those unfamiliar with seeni sambol, a Sri Lankan condiment of spicy-sweet caramelized onions, these cheesy Hawaiian buns are the perfect place to start. In this recipe, chef Sam Fore makes her own DIY version of the relish by cooking red onions with curry leaves, red pepper flakes, and a dash of tamarind concentrate. The … Read more

Saucy Beef Stir-Fry With Peppers Recipe

This deeply savory, easy beef stir-fry recipe is your glossy, saucy excuse to head to the farmers market for high-season peppers. (Yes. Fresh peppers have a season.) We love the piquant heat finger hot peppers or cayenne chiles bring to this weeknight dinner, but if you’re averse, feel free to swap in sweet red bell … Read more

Tofu Meatballs in Burst Tomato Sauce Recipe

Step 1 Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 400°. Grease a rimmed baking sheet with extra-virgin olive oil. Place one 14-oz. package extra-firm tofu, drained, patted dry, in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, squish into a coarse meal (it should be the consistency of ground meat). Add 1 large egg, … Read more

Deviled Cashews Recipe | Epicurious

These salty-spicy party nuts from chef Sam Fore are the ideal snack to put out during any get-together. Made entirely on the stovetop in just one pot, they can be whipped up right before guests arrive or prepared days in advance for a head start. The key method here is frying: first the fresh curry … Read more

Alfredo Corn Recipe | Epicurious

This is creamed corn for the summer months, turning the sweet and plentiful fresh kernels into a cheesy side in just minutes. Like the namesake pasta, the sauce gets its gloss from the emulsion of cheese and starchy liquid—in this case, a mix of cornstarch and water that mimics the viscosity of pasta cooking liquid. … Read more

Figgy Almond-Polenta Tea Cake Recipe

Sometimes summer fruit needs a landing spot, a gentle cushion of cake or crust when there’s just too much fruit, or it’s too ripe, or too raw to eat out of hand. This sturdy almond-polenta cake is the answer, the rubbly texture of the corn echoed in the delicate crunch of the figs. Using instant … Read more

Curried Sweet Chili Ribs Recipe

Cooking ribs can be intimidating, but within this recipe, chef Sam Fore employs a foolproof, hands-off cooking technique that ensures remarkable tenderness and flavor. First, she seasons the ribs in a peppy blend of curry powder, garlic, ginger, turmeric, red pepper flakes, and lime zest. Then she tightly wraps the seasoned ribs in a foil … Read more