Tabla de contenidos para May 2020 en EatingWell

May 10th is Mother’s Day and we’ve dedicated this issue to celebrating moms. We have features on nutrition during pregnancy (page 94), baking cakes for Mom (page 72) and more. But it’s hardly about just that one day. In many households moms are the ones who feed us. In fact 80% of moms say they are the primary meal preppers at home, according to a 2019 survey. Now before you scold me for being sexist, let me say I realize that men are joining women at the stove and also reading this magazine. That’s a positive trend for all of us! But no matter what gender you are, there’s a darned good chance that, like me, your mom was a big influence on how you feel about food. I…

BASIL Humans aren’t the only basil fans—pollinators also go gaga for it. Gardeners typically pinch flowers off to make the plant focus energy on its flavorful leaves, but there are some types that are bred specifically for their abundant blooms. Magic Mountain and Wild Magic flower all summer, attracting bees and others and grow wonderfully in containers. (Culinary basil, such as Genovese, works too. But while it’s tastier for you, it doesn’t have the same flowering power.) PENSTEMON There’s a penstemon (aka beardtongue) for every garden, whether you want something bright orange or pale purple, petite or towering. It’s a draw for various pollinators, but red flowers will attract the most hummingbirds. Try the Venus or Palmer’s penstemon if you live in the Western U.S., large-flowered penstemon in Midwest…

Your brain and your heart are the biggest players when it comes to a stroke—which happens when oxygen and nutrients can’t get to the brain, often because a clot blocks the blood vessels going to your head. Two major factors that can (independently) lead to a stroke are high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Hypertension damages blood vessels and cholesterol can cause the buildup of fatty deposits that narrow arteries, says cardiologist and EatingWell advisor Philip Ades, M.D. Scary, yes, but healthy habits, like these four, can go a long way toward keeping arteries strong and resilient. Nosh on Some Walnuts Eating a 1-ounce serving of this nutty snack at least once a week was associated with a 17% lower risk of stroke, according to research at Brigham and…

What is a carb? Found in plant foods and dairy, carbohydrates typically break down into the sugar glucose (the body’s preferred energy source) during digestion. However, carbs come in varying complexities, and how quickly they break down is what makes some carbs very different from others. Simple and refined carbs (such as those from soda and white bread) digest quickly, causing problematic blood sugar spikes. Most foods with complex carbs—think whole-wheat bread—contain dietary fiber and take more time for the body to process, resulting in gentler swings in blood sugar levels. What does “low carb” even mean? There actually isn’t one official definition. Many studies consider getting 40% of calories a day from carbs to be “moderate-to-low,” and 20% “very low.” Keto clocks in at 5 to 10%. For comparison,…

Scallops & Burst Cherry Tomatoes With Caper-Butter Sauce ACTIVE: 20 min TOTAL: 20 min You’ll want some whole-wheat angel hair pasta or polenta to sop up all the rich, briny sauce. 1 pound dry sea scallops, tough side muscle removed1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 pint cherry tomatoes½ cup dry white wine2 tablespoons capers, rinsed3 tablespoons unsalted butter¼ teaspoon ground pepperChopped fresh parsley for garnish 1. Pat scallops dry. Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallops and cook, flipping once, until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm. 2. Add tomatoes to the pan and cook, stirring once, until browned on one side and starting to burst, 2 to 3 minutes. Add wine…

1. Honey, Chocolate cookie crumbs, Strawberry slices, Pistachios 2. Maple syrup, Vanilla extract, Cereal, Banana slices 3. Agave, Raspberry jam, Chopped chocolate, Toasted coconut flakes 4. Honey, Cocoa powder, Orange zest, Candied oranges, Sliced almonds 5. Maple syrup, Almond extract, Mixed berries, Granola 6. Honey, Peanut butter, Mini chocolate chips & marshmallows, Graham cracker crumbs 7. Agave, Raspberry jam, Toasted coconut flakes, Candy-coated chocolate Fro-Yo to Go Stirring up a batch of yogurt bark is as simple as 1-2-3. 1 Stir 2 Tbsp. of liquid sweetener (see below) and a little flavoring, if desired, into 3 cups of plain yogurt. Any kind of yogurt will do, including dairy-free options (like coconut), but for the creamiest texture, use full-fat strained yogurt (like Greek or skyr). 2 Spread the yogurt on a large…

Incorrect measurements can really screw up your baked goods, so you want to be as accurate as possible. Using a kitchen scale to weigh ingredients is the best way to be precise, but we don’t do this at EatingWell because many of our readers don’t own them and we want everyone to be able to make our recipes. So, we always get out both liquid and dry measures in the Test Kitchen. Sure, a cup is a cup, whether it’s liquid or dry, but each is specifically designed to make the job easier. Liquid measures are (thankfully) made with extra room at the rim to prevent spills when measuring ingredients like milk or broth. Dry measures, on the other hand, are meant to be leveled off with a knife…

1 All the Margaritas! Whether you’re a frozen girl or prefer yours on the rocks, we have your Cinco de Mayo drinks covered. Plus, try our Frozen Margarita Pie (shown) at: EatingWell.com/Margaritas 2 Best Breakfast Foods for Weight Loss Mix up your morning meal with these scientifically backed foods that help you drop pounds. Find out what they are at (drumroll please): EatingWell.com/BestBreakfastFoods 3 Eat More Veg Challenge Think you can eat 30 different vegetables in 30 days? Join us for a month of recipes and tips to crush it! EatingWell.com/EatMoreVeg GOOD-LIFE GURUS Follow these R.D.N. (registered dietitian nutritionist) food bloggers for a daily dose of deliciousness. @caitsplate Caitlyn Elf, R.D.N., L.D.N., is all about satisfying meals made fast (she’s mom to a toddler). On her blog, Cait’s Plate, you’ll…

1 Indie Lee Whipped Body Butter This body butter is somehow ethereal and lush at the same time—with shea butter and antioxidants that absorb in a flash but make skin feel more hydrated than most regular lotions. We also like that it’s certified organic. $65; IndieLee.com 2 Laura Mercier Ambre Vanillé Honey Bath Vanilla. Brown sugar. Tangerines. Sweet almonds. Who wouldn’t want to lounge around in bubbles like those? And the shea butter, oat protein and vitamin B5 leave skin incredibly soft. (It can be used as a body wash too.) $55; LauraMercier.com 3 Mason Pearson Pocket Bristle & Nylon Hairbrush When is a hairbrush the most exciting present ever? When it’s a Mason Pearson. Handmade in London since 1885, these brushes are built to last—and the combo of nylon…

* Southern Food &Beverage Museum New Orleans, Louisiana The Southern Food & Beverage Museum (SoFAB) is a feast for the eyes—and the palate. Sign up for a cooking class on Creole, Cajun or Italian creole cuisine in the demonstration kitchen. Peruse the 11,000-volume culinary library or dig into the exhibits on regional barbecue styles and the distinctive food traditions of the Southern states. SoFAB also houses the New Orleans Collection of the Museum of the American Cocktail, featuring cool antique cocktail shakers and absinthe artifacts. $10.50 adult entry; classes start at $75 (including lunch); southernfood.org * Idaho Potato Museum Blackfoot, Idaho A 20-foot baked spud sculpture greets visitors outside this museum, housed in a retired train depot along the railroad that once transported Idaho potatoes to neighboring states. The museum…

Chipotle-Cheddar Sweet Potato & Ham Hash ACTIVE: 30 min TOTAL: 30 min Hash isn’t just for breakfast—it comes together fast for a vegetable-packed weeknight dinner too. A little chipotle pepper adds a kick of heat to complement the sweetness from the potatoes. 1¼ pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed and peeled, if desired, and shredded5 scallions, sliced, divided1 cup diced boneless ham steak1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepperin adobo sauce¼ teaspoon salt4 teaspoons avocado or canola oil, divided1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese4 large eggs 1. Mix sweet potatoes, 4 scallions, ham, chipotle and salt in a large bowl until well combined. 2. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and add the hash, spreading in an even layer. Cook, turning occasionally,…

Grilled Broccoli Wedges With Herb Vinaigrette ACTIVE: 10 min TOTAL: 30 min Lightly charring the broccoli then finishing over indirect heat allows the stems to get tender without becoming too burnt. 2 small broccoli stalks, trimmed and quartered4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided½ teaspoon salt, divided2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives½ teaspoon Dijon mustard¼ teaspoon ground pepper 1. Preheat one side of the grill to medium-high; leave the other half unheated. 2. Toss broccoli in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons oil and ¼ teaspoon salt. Grill the broccoli, cut-side down, over the heat, turning once halfway through, until lightly charred, 10 to 15 minutes total. Move to the unheated side, close the lid and cook until the stalks are tender, 10 to 15…

Strawberry & Bean Sprout Salad With Spiced Potatoes ACTIVE: 25 min TOTAL: 25 min EQUIPMENT: Spice grinder or mortar and pestle This combo may seem wild, but trust us—it works. Chef Iyer developed it to have everything he thinks a perfect recipe should: a balance of heat, sweetness, a little pucker and a hit of salt combined with a tango of textures. 3 dried small red chiles, such as chile de arbol, stemmed2 teaspoons coriander seeds1 teaspoon cumin seeds2 tablespoons canola oil2 medium yellow or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided1 7-ounce package mung bean sprouts1½ cups medium strawberries, quartered¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lime juiceButter lettuce for serving 1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chiles, coriander seeds and…

In the study, published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, sedentary, overweight men rode stationary bikes either before or after their morning meal three times a week, for six weeks. All the participants burned around the same number of calories, but those who worked out on an empty stomach burned twice as much body fat. That’s because your muscles need fuel when you exercise, which can come from either carbs or fat. When you eat, the hormone insulin increases, signaling your body to hold onto fat and burn carbs for energy, explains study co-author Javier Gonzalez, Ph.D., a physiologist at the University of Bath in England. But when you exercise with lower pre-meal insulin levels, your body will turn to fat as its primary source of fuel.…

Nick Wiseman didn’t exactly set out to bring biodiversity back to the American plains. In 2015, he was looking for a chickpea supplier for Little Sesame, his soon-to-open Washington, D.C., fast-casual restaurant specializing in hummus bowls and Israeli salads. A friend knew just the guy: a farmer in Montana named Casey Bailey. Bailey’s 5,000-acre organic farm in the center of the state grows chickpeas, lentils and other perennial legumes as well as spelt and several kinds of wheat—this is wheat country, after all. You can drive for hours and see nothing but conventionally raised, hard red winter wheat, which Bailey grew up farming. But after studying philosophy and religion in college, he returned to Montana determined to take a more holistic approach. He transitioned his land to organic and diversified…

Effective flea and tick control is crucial, because pests like these aren’t just a nuisance. They can also carry diseases—like Lyme and Rocky Mountain spotted fever—or tapeworms that can put your pet’s health, and yours, at risk. But there are steps you can take to protect your entire family, furry members included. Prescription Treatments Are Your Best Bet. Flea and tick preventives that are prescribed by your vet are approved and regulated by the FDA for efficacy and safety (for both pets and their owners), which is why most experts recommend them over other options. Dan Markwalder, D.V.M., founding partner of Companion Animal Hospital in Chicago, recommends a long-duration treatment over monthly ones because fewer doses make it easier for owners to remember to administer it to their pets. He…

“I thought you might like the deodorant left out.” I’ve meal-planned for our family of three, which includes a toddler whose main food group is “cheese food” encased in wax. I’ve donned my uniform of banged-up clogs and purple fleece hoodie, a combo so sloppy it once prompted a stranger to commiserate with me on motherhood—before I was a mom. I’ve remembered my shopping bags, found a parking spot and made it to the grocery store. “Any fun plans for today?” the clerk asks me. Believe it or not, this—wandering the wide aisles alone, thermos of coffee in hand—is my fun plan for the day. I love grocery shopping. It’s my version of yoga. Plus, it’s a chance to spend money guilt-free and be a martyr about it when…

Herb-Grilled Chicken Frites ACTIVE: 45 min TOTAL: 45 min We combine fresh herbs, capers, lemon juice and olive oil along with the juices collected from the chicken as it rests to make the sauce for this dish. 1¾ pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs¾ teaspoon salt, divided¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided2 tablespoons lemon juice1½ cups chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, chives and/or oregano1½ pounds russet potatoes, cut into wedges¼ cup capers, rinsed¼ cup rinsed pickled jalapeños 1. Preheat grill to medium-high. 2. Sprinkle chicken with ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and herbs in a medium bowl. Reserve ½ cup for sauce, then add the chicken to the bowl and rub the remaining herb mixture onto it. Let…

Ricotta-Stuffed Grilled Portobellos With Arugula Salad ACTIVE: 30 min TOTAL: 30 min This meatless main gets a double hit of umami from mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. Grill some crusty bread, then rub it with garlic and drizzle it with olive oil to serve alongside. 4 large portobello mushroom caps (about 1 pound total), gills removed if desired3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided½ teaspoon salt plus a pinch, divided½ teaspoon ground pepper plus a pinch, divided1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese¼ cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese3 cups baby arugula½ cup slivered sun-dried tomatoes2 tablespoons lemon juice 1. Preheat grill to medium-high. 2. Brush mushrooms with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill, gill-side up, for 5 minutes. Flip and…

When chef Marcus Samuelsson talks about the projects he’s working on, he vibrates with energy. In an hour he’s headed to his Harlem restaurant, Red Rooster, to tape an interview with CNN. Next week he’s cooking for Bob Marley’s kids. The new season of his PBS show, No Passport Required, is about to be released. And he’s planning the 6th annual Harlem EatUp! fest in May. But if you interrupt to ask about his thoughts on family and moms, Samuelsson’s smile softens and he slows down as if to say this deserves more attention. “I’m amazed when I think about everything Maya does for me and Zion,” says Samuelsson about his wife of 11 years and their 3½-year-old son. The family lives just six blocks from Red Rooster. Convenient, yes,…

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Originally, spiedies were made with lamb, but we like chicken for its neutral flavor. Boneless breast works better here than thighs because it’s easier to cut into uniform 1-inch cubes (so there’s less chance you’ll get small, overcooked pieces in your sandwich). Lemon Juice & White-Wine Vinegar Acid is a primary element of this dish and the marinade delivers with a one-two-punch of lemon juice and white-wine vinegar. Why both? We like the freshness of lemon, but the juice would be too tart on its own. The vinegar perfectly balances out the flavors. Medium Italian Sandwich Buns In an ideal world, we’d call for a whole-wheat roll because of the fiber content. However, with such a simple sandwich, the bun has to be just right. And…