Whole grains, such as brown rice and barley, are fantastic: they’re delicious and nutty-tasting, super-versatile, and better for you than white rice, since they’re full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. We boil them in lots of water and then drain…
Here’s an easy recipe for tofu that’s good hot or cold. Tofu is made from soybeans and packed with protein, which makes it a great addition to a grain bowl or salad. Plus, this version will add a lot of…
A good, flavorful vinaigrette like this really ties together the ingredients in a grain bowl. And, of course, it’s delicious on a salad! This recipe makes a lot of dressing, which is great because then you’ll have some on hand…
Crunchy, chewy, tangy, sweet — this tuna’s got everything going for it. It’s a great topping for a grain bowl, but it’s also great on salad, in a sandwich or wrap, or scooped up with whole-grain crackers. kitchen gear Cutting…
Do you have the patience to wait for these to get good and sour? Let’s see! This is the time of year to get small pickling cucumbers from farm stands and farmers’ markets, but no worries if you can’t —…
Minestrone [min-eh-STRONE-y] actually means “big soup.” Loaded with good-for-you veggies and beans, just add bread and cheese and you have a whole meal. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Measuring cup Can opener Strainer or colander…
Sour, spicy, crunchy, herbal, tender — this soup has just about every flavor and texture! There are a lot of ingredients, but it’s not hard to put together — and it’s fun to serve and eat. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp…
kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Large pot Measuring cup Juicer Grater or zester Medium-sized bowl Whisk Ladle Pot holders Ingredients 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1⁄3 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta) or long-grain rice 6 large eggs…
This is as simple as it gets, with the tangy dressing perfectly complementing the rich avocado. The only trick is to eat it right away; avocados get brown quickly once they’re cut open. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult…
This recipe is from Georgia Chavent, MS, RD, CSSD, Director of the Nutrition and Dietetics Program at the University of New Haven. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Large pot French knife (adult needed) Mixing bowl Ingredients 4 ears…