Eat Healthy
1/29/2009 3:06:27 PM
Chef Gordon Hamersley created this simple vegetable gratin for Hamersley’s Bistro.
1/29/2009 10:52:41 AM
Try these small tips to cut out unhealthy foods without missing on the fun.
1/20/2009 12:46:54 PM
A cooking experiment turns into a delicious meal.
12/15/2008 4:48:29 PM
Sausage can be healthy if made at home. Try it! It's easy.
12/11/2008 3:31:43 PM
I make the cookie-of-the-month for my brother-in-law, and he loves it.
12/4/2008 9:31:33 AM
You can eat local. Even in January. Even in Boston. Try these recipes this winter.
12/4/2008 8:52:01 AM
How to stay healthy when you eat at a restaurant four or more times per week.
11/25/2008 3:20:37 PM
Olivia shares a vegetarian dressing recipe just in time for Thanksgiving.
11/7/2008 2:43:59 PM
Follow the green roots of Thanksgiving from origin to contemporary culture.
11/4/2008 9:28:12 AM
Early mornings spark my desire for a fast, healthy breakfast.
10/31/2008 3:07:47 PM
Assistant editor Kim Wallace shares her sugary-sweet recipe for roasting pumpkin seeds.
10/14/2008 2:09:54 PM
You can eat locally, lower your food’s carbon emissions and save money while serving up a festive holiday meal.
8/14/2008 4:56:57 PM
Take a cue from this British Columbia restaurant and reduce your food’s travel time.
8/8/2008 5:07:50 PM
Increasingly popular with gourmet diners, wild game offers meat eaters a healthier alternative.
8/7/2008 11:34:15 AM
Natural Home travels to Boston, a city that mandates green building standards.
8/1/2008 4:31:21 PM
Three eco-chefs share their seafood secrets.
7/31/2008 11:17:30 AM
Two new flavors of dog biscuits emerge from a company that offers organic and kosher treats.
7/25/2008 11:03:19 AM
Spring is the perfect time to create a meal from local produce.
6/11/2008 4:24:38 PM
Follow these wise eating tips to reduce your diet's carbon footprint--and enjoy healthier, fresh foods. Yum!
4/7/2008 11:25:18 AM
Conscious Kitchen: Eat Globally There’s a universal wisdom to eating well. Try bringing these recipes home for optimal health. May/June 2008 By Elaine Gavalas Mediterranean, Asian and Ayurvedic diets are among the world’s healthiest, largely because plant-based foods form the core of each. Whole g
2/13/2008 11:54:24 AM
Why import European cheese when you can savor the fresh, nuanced flavors of local dairies?
2/13/2008 11:47:21 AM
This comforting dish makes an excellent main course with a crunchy green salad. Or, serve it as a side dish alongside grilled chicken or shrimp. This version was inspired by chef Deborah Madison’s Spanish Rice recipe. White Valencia rice is more authentic, but long-grain brown rice adds a rich, nutty flavor and firm texture.
2/13/2008 11:42:29 AM
Try this mild dish for brunch, lunch or light dinner. When accompanied by grilled asparagus, a mesclun salad and fresh radishes, you’ve got a delicious meal in almost no time at all.
2/13/2008 11:38:45 AM
Cheese for supper? Nothing could be easier.
2/11/2008 11:57:04 AM
Most of us eat organic food because we want to avoid synthetic pesticides. Now there’s another reason to look for the organic label: Organic food is more nutritious, according to a soon-to-be-released Newcastle University/European Union study.
12/19/2007 9:22:51 AM
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved ones with these homemade candy hearts. You can make them the old-fashioned way, using heart-shaped candy molds from antique or thrift stores, or use new soft-plastic molds from high-end kitchen retailers.
11/5/2007 3:33:35 PM
These wheat- and dairy-free treats are quick to assemble. The combination of honey and stevia, a noncaloric herbal sweetener, eliminate the need for refined sugar.
11/5/2007 3:10:37 PM
Dates stand in for refined sugar in this delicious chocolate indulgence. These simple treats are dipped in chocolate and topped with your choice of a variety of nuts.
11/5/2007 2:56:27 PM
This jazzed-up ketchup alternative requires very little hands-on preparation time. It freezes well and tastes delicious with so many things: salmon, halibut, poultry, beef, pork, meatloaf or steamed broccoli.
11/5/2007 1:19:56 PM
Small gift jars of this spice mix are perfect for seasoning fish, pork, chicken, beef or sautéed leafy greens. You’ll also need this spice mix for the Moroccan Barbecue Sauce recipe.
11/2/2007 3:52:04 PM
The sage, thyme, leeks and sausage in this stuffing serve as savory foils to the slightly sweet gravy.
1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Healthy, slow-cooked, early American dishes.
7/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Peach Melba Stuffed French Toast with Berry Syrup
7/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Organic, wholesome food savored slowly is truly the key to the good life. Why buy organic? The short answer is that organic foods may be a better choice for your health and the environment because they’re not subjected to pesticides, antibiotics and hormones, nor are they made from genetically modified plant or animal species. The issue gets a bit more complicated, however, as you wander through the supermarket aisles and start reading food labels. Let’s take a look.
5/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
What better way to celebrate summer than to pack a basket with goodies straight from the garden and head for the nearest beach, meadow or hillside?
1/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
At Sooke Harbour House on British Columbia's lush coast, spa cuisine is sustainable and fun.
1/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Doctors urge us to include fish as part of a healthy diet, yet many species are disapearing from waterways while others contain unhealthy toxins. Here are the best fish for your healthy diet.
1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM
Unwind at Hollyhock educational center.
1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM
Are you tired of settling for fast food when you’re in a rush? Gary Hirshberg can relate. While leading a busy life as a dad and the head of Stonyfield Farms, he felt like a hostage to fast food.
1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM
Want to become a tea connoisseur? Brew and enjoy a perfect cup of organic or fair trade tea using these guidelines.
1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM
Ditch the mound of trash after your party is over by taking these green measures. You’ll cut down on the party expense and the amount of waste.
1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM
Winter blues got you down? Turn your kitchen into a nurturing sanctuary a place to warm yourself and your family and honor the coming spring.
1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM
Warm up a chilly evening with this zesty vegan, Indian dinner that makes the most of winter fruits and vegetables.
7/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Natural Home editor-in-chief Robyn Griggs Lawrence makes a TV appearance where she shows how to make this natural window cleaner.
7/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Try these simple, elegant projects to revitalize your bathroom.
7/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Everything you ever wanted to know about soap - its history, how it works, how it's made, organic soaps.
7/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Cool and green, warm and earthy, sweet and tender; there's a salad for every summer's day.
5/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Help the environment and support local farmers by shopping at farmer's markets.
5/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Spring marks the opening of farmers markets and an abundance of locally grown produce. But it only takes a small amount of effort to eat seasonal foods all year long.
5/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Try cooking these three fresh recipes for spring.
3/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
A luxurious alternative for fats and salts, vinegar is a gourmet delight.
1/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
Learn about the ingredients and techniques of healthy baking.
11/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
To eat or not to eat? It's not easy making your way through the tangled nets of sustainable seafood choices—but a host of celebrity chefs want to help.
9/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
By buying organic, you are making a statement.
7/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Donna Zeigfinger personally contacts restaurant chefs to get the scoop on vegetarian and vegan options.
7/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Nothing captures the essence of summertime quite like the sweet, refreshing flavor of watermelon.
5/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Unprocessed salts from around the world are a treat for your palate—and your well being.
3/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Humans have eaten eggs for millennia, and now nutritional authorities are reinstating them as a valuable part of the diet. Here's a guide to buying the best eggs.
3/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
How to eat local and where to buy local food is simple once you know where to look.
1/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Having a chef at your beckon call is becoming more common among health-conscious people of all income levels.
1/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
The ingredient that is commonly used as a flavoring can also be used in these recipes and in your next meal.
1/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Long a staple among Native peoples of the upper Great Lakes, wild rice is tasty packed with nutrition. The beginning of the grain date back to the Native Americans and can be used as healthy alternatives in many recipes.
9/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
A new study asses that bottled water is not a sustainable solution compared to tap water.
9/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
Debunking the organic food myth.
9/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
Eating seasonally brings good health. These fall recipe favorites are packed with antioxidants, vitamins and iron.
7/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
Where to eat (eco-friendly) in the City of Light. Ah, French cuisine—croissants, creamy sauces, rich desserts. We all love them, but if you find yourself craving wholesome, lighter meals with fresh organic produce on your next Parisian visit, take heart. Paris now has a strong health food scene that sacrifices nothing in flavor.
7/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
A new study confirms that Americans are worried about the food they eat. This is what you need to know about your food.
7/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
Seafood Watch categorizes seafood into safety groups.
7/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
Pickling tips and recipes to capture summertime’s sweet flavors and fragrances.
5/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
History and recipes of maize, an old American staple.
5/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
Ancient Celts ate and drank heartily during their traditional fire festival on the eve of May Day, which celebrated the return of the light half of the year. From the fulachta fiaolha (cooking pits of the Celtic tribes), this feast features organic flavors of the wild, with foods gathered from the seas, the forests, and the meadows.
3/1/2001 12:00:00 AM
In its many forms, the once-humble soybean is a versatile food that adds value and flavor to everything from appetizers to dessert.
5/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Honey is a tasty treat that has been around for centuries. Learn more about this delectable delight.
1/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Learn more about this timeless vegetable that is an excellent source for vitamins.
1/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Try this tasty, healthy recipe.
11/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Baker Erin Oliver gives tips and recipes for kneading and baking bread.
9/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
How to select and cook wild mushrooms.
9/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
With essential oils and some creativity, or our recipes, you can make your own scent.
7/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Nature's bite-sized snack, berries, are better when organic. Try these berry recipes.
7/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Discover the green habits of one of Hollywood's famous daughters.
5/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Most often considered an enemy of the lawn, dandelions should be celebrated as nature's food and medicine.