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Quick and Easy Marinades for That Upcoming Barbecue

July 21, 2016 by

Every barbecue enthusiast knows that the marinade is key when it comes to adding flavor to your meats, but there are a whole lot more options than just the usual barbecue sauce to choose from. From sweet to tangy to spicy, these grill-ready marinades can take foods from bland to mouthwatering in just a few minutes flat. And best of all? They don’t have to sit in the refrigerator all night, so they’re perfect for the last-minute home chef!

Greek Marinade [greek.food.com]
Olive oil and lemon juice impart a bright, zesty flavor to foods like chicken and fish, while a bounty of fresh herbs and spices will make you feel like you hopped a plane to the shores of Greece. Pour this perfect marinade over your meats and pop them into the fridge for an hour before grilling.

Maple Grilled Salmon Glaze [myrecipes.com]
Take salmon to the next level with this sweet and smoky glaze that you can brush on the fish — or even on a juicy pork chop — right as it’s cooking. Garnish with orange slices to bring out even more sweet, citrus-y flavor.

Barbecue Sauce [marthastewart.com]
Although there are limitless options for marinades, sometimes you’re just in the mood for a good old-fashioned barbecue sauce. This simple, straightforward recipe takes just 30 minutes to make, and it can be used on everything from ribs to chicken at your next cookout.

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Overslept? Try These Five Easy On-the-Go Breakfast Ideas

February 19, 2015 by

When you sleep past your alarm and don’t even have time to shower, it can be tempting to skip breakfast. Even if you don’t have time for your usual eggs and toast, these quick, healthy breakfast ideas will help you get a nutritious morning meal that you can eat while running out the door.

  1. Yogurt Parfait. Though it sounds complicated, all it takes to create a nutritious yogurt parfait is an individual-sized plain yogurt and a few toppings. Sprinkle fresh fruit, nuts, or granola on top for a quick breakfast that you can eat with just a spoon.
  2. Breakfast Smoothie. Fruit smoothies are very healthy, but they’re not as filling as your usual breakfast. Make your smoothie as hearty as a meal by adding oats or nuts to the mix.
  3. Homemade Granola Bars. If you’re always running late in the morning, bake your own homemade granola bars and keep them on hand to eat on your commute.
  4. Tortilla Wrap. When you have just enough time to toss something together for breakfast, a tortilla wrap is an easy, handheld option. Simply put scrambled eggs, grilled peppers, and a sprinkle of cheese inside of a whole wheat tortilla shell.
  5. Avocado on Toast. If you love avocado with lunch and dinner, try it out for breakfast by eating it on toast. Just mash half of an avocado and spread it on a piece of toast, then add a bit of salt and pepper to taste. For an extra boost of nutrients, top with tomato slices, too.

9 Fast, Healthy Breakfast Ideas [Real Simple]
23 On-the-Go Breakfasts [Buzzfeed]
15 On-the-Go Breakfast Recipes [Parenting]

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These Summertime Desserts Make the Season Even Sweeter

July 24, 2014 by

From barbecued burgers to fresh corn on the cob, summer's savory recipes steal the spotlight all season long. But those with a penchant for sweets know that the best part of the meal happens off the grill. We're talking about summertime desserts, of course, and this trio of mouthwatering recipes can keep a sweet tooth satisfied all the way through September:

Strawberry Shortcake [AllRecipes]
The quintessential summertime dessert, strawberry shortcake is a tried-and-true crowd pleaser. You'll need to fire up the oven to bake the two cake layers for this recipe, but that's the extent of the cooking process. After the cakes have cooled, they're used to create a tantalizing tower of sugar-coated strawberries and fresh whipped cream.

Cucumber, Meyer Lemon and Lavender Granita [Cooking Channel]
This frozen dessert couldn't be much easier to make, requiring only a blender, saucepan—and a sweet tooth! However, the complex flavors involved make the granita taste quite involved. If you've never tried lavender in a dessert before, this is a delicious place to start.

Peach Crisp [Real Simple]
Who doesn't love peach crisp? The classic recipe is one of the best ways to use up a surplus of the summertime stone fruit. Slices of fresh peaches are buried beneath a crispy oat crust, then the whole thing is popped in the oven for 45 minutes. Eat it for breakfast, or serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream—just like Mom used to make!

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These Flavorful Fruit Salads Are Anything But Boring

June 19, 2014 by

It’s always a disappointment when you order fruit salad at a restaurant and you’re met with a few soggy grapes, frozen strawberries and a couple of pieces of cantaloupe. If you’re tired of boring fruit salads and want to create some creative versions of your own, you’ve come to the right place. These three flavorful fruit salads are both healthy and festive!

Lavender-Scented Summer Fruit Salad
The only thing that says summer more than plump, juicy fruits is the smell of fresh lavender. This salad incorporates both of those deliciously fragrant aspects, combining juicy peaches, nectarines, plums, and berries with a variety of sweet and savory herbs and spices.

Avocado Fruit Salad
Avocado is a very versatile food, and it easily adapts to whichever dish you put it in. In this unique fruit salad, avocado adds a creamy texture to a medley of orange and grapefruit slices, tropical fruits, and even a garnish of crunchy pistachio and cool, flavorful mint leaves.

Watermelon Basket
If you have a summer gathering coming up and you want to provide a truly creative dish, this Watermelon Basket is the perfect choice. It involves carving a whole watermelon into the shape of basket (handle and all) and filling it with fresh, juicy fruits for your guests to serve to themselves.

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Find Healthy Recipe Guides on this NIH Website

January 22, 2014 by

Grilled chicken and steamed vegetables are great, but eating the same meal every day can get boring pretty quickly. If you want to eat healthy meals without constantly making the same few dishes, these creative recipe guides from the NIH might just give you some new ideas:

Fun Family Recipes
Download convenient recipe cards to make planning healthy meals for the whole family easier than ever before. These fun recipes include things like Oatmeal Pecan Waffles and a Quinoa and Black Bean Salad that will keep even your pickiest eaters feeling full and energized.

Keep the Beat Deliciously Healthy Family Meals
This colorful online cookbook contains healthy family breakfasts, lunches and dinners that are simple and delicious. It even includes high-quality photos to help you get a better idea of what each dish should look like.

Visit the NIH website to discover even more healthy recipes!

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Learn to Make Handcrafted Cocktails With These Helpful Sites

December 18, 2013 by

We’ve seen a recent upswing of high-quality cocktails and creative mixology in the past few years. If you’re an at-home mixologist who wants to learn to make the perfect Manhattan or attempt to imitate that whiskey cocktail from your favorite bar, these helpful websites will show you how.

TheBar.com
This beautifully designed, easy-to-navigate website allows visitors to search for cocktails by name, event, flavors, spirits or brands to plan the perfect drink menu for any occasion. If you’re unsure of the exact drink you’d like to make, TheBar.com also allows you to browse by category to find drinks that you and your guests will love.

Cocktail Builder
Perfect for the nights when you have a few half-empty bottles in your bar and no idea of what to do with them, Cocktail Builder is an innovative website that allows you to type in the types of alcohol you have and find drink recipes based on those items. The site also features a large database of cocktail ideas if you’d rather browse on your own, from classic favorites like the Whiskey Sour to new combinations like the creamy, tropical White Dream of the Sky.

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