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Sweet potatoes are a love-it-or-hate-it kinda food—especially when good ol’ mashed potatoes are on the table. But these sweet potato recipes are so good, they just might steal the show from a roast turkey (and yes, the aforementioned mashed potatoes). We’ve got a classic mashed dish and a casserole with broiled marshmallows, but there are … Read more

When we think about our health, we often focus on our skin, gut or immune health—but how often do we stop to think about the health of our bones? “We all have them,” says Jacqueline Klunk, M.S., RDN, LDN, an outpatient dietitian at UPMC Shadyside. She dove into the importance of bone health during her … Read more

Most people know calcium helps build strong bones and teeth, but it’s also involved in normal functioning throughout the whole body. Calcium is needed for proper blood circulation, muscle contraction, nervous system function, and hormone regulation. Needless to say, calcium is an essential mineral for well-being throughout the lifespan. Good sources of dietary calcium include … Read more

Adaptogen teas, powders and tinctures are booming right now. But what are adaptogens? And are they really worth the hype? Adaptogens are natural plant-based substances that have been used for centuries in herbal medicine to help manage physical and emotional stress. If you’re wondering if they can improve your health and well-being, read on to … Read more

Halloween may be candy’s biggest holiday, but candy doesn’t simply disappear after Oct. 31. Just four days after the ghouls and goblins stop ringing our doorbells, there’s another candy-centric holiday on the books: World Candy Day. Even though kids are still working through their pillowcases full of Halloween candy and parents are working through their … Read more

Whip up one of these delicious lunches each rated with four and five stars. Whether you’re in the mood for a refreshing salad or zesty grain bowl, there’s a fan-favorite recipe in this list for you. Each dish focuses on complex carbs like legumes and whole grains as well as limiting the saturated fat and … Read more

Fried chicken is a hot topic. There are so many ways to fry up a bird, and everyone has a different way they like it. Some like it spicy, while others have a special dredge they can’t live without or a go-to buttermilk recipe. Like a lot of home cooks, I’m always looking for ways … Read more

There are many ways to streamline Thanksgiving—try to make it easier, faster, more efficient. In Bon Appétit’s November magazine issue, we’ve come up with many reasons—55 to be exact—to slow down and love the holiday. This means making a few extra trips to the farmers market, breaking out the punch bowl, and having a disco … Read more

Serious Eats / Amanda Suarez “Every year for Thanksgiving, my family’s holiday tradition is to make fresh pasta. Yes, the traditional turkey is always on the table, usually tucked away in the back corner while we all ohh and ahh over the pasta. In year’s past it’s been ravioli, papardelle, mezza luna, and even agnolotti. … Read more

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