The Best & Worst Menu Items at Marco's Pizza

Marco’s Pizza is a restaurant chain that specializes in Italian-American food. Think: pizza slices, cheesy bread, calzones, substhe absolute Italian works. You walk into Marco’s and you basically have to add a vowel to the end of your name. Nolichuckyjake / Shutterstock It’s that Italiano! That could be why the pizza, calzones, and even the salads at Marco’s are so delicious. But delicious or not, which dishes on the Marco’s Pizza menu are actually healthy?...

December 20, 2019 · 4 min · 741 words · Charles Fernandez

The Single Greatest Way to Make Classic Italian Meatballs

Meatballs were always a staple food in the house I grew up in. Because she of all people would truly know the single greatest way to make them. Unfortunately, my great-grandmother wasn’t one to write out measurements on her recipe cards. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! “She never did anything with amounts,” says Arleen Small, my grandmother and meatball connoisseur. “It usually was a ‘pinch of this’ or a ‘pinch of that....

December 19, 2019 · 2 min · 376 words · Cassandra Clark

A Healthier Orange Chicken Recipe

Are you having a craving for your favoriteChinese takeoutdish? Dreaming of chicken dunked in that deliciously sweet orange sauce? Plus, this version slashes thecalorie countof your usual orange chicken takeout. Brie Passano So enjoy a healthier take on this classic Chinese takeout dish with our easy-to-make orange chicken recipe. orange zest1/3 cup fresh orange juice1/4 cup water3 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tbsp. rice vinegar1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp....

December 18, 2019 · 1 min · 79 words · Shane Owens

The Best & Worst Menu Items at Church's Chicken

Today, there are more than 1,500 locations nationwide of the fast-food chain that specializes in fried chicken. Just see to it to pair it with a non-calorie beverage andbetter-for-you side. All that is without the side and beverage! Ken Wolter/Shutterstock The easy way to make healthier comfort foods. It’s extremely low in calories, and free of saturated fat. It does come with some sodium and sugar, but a little hot sauce does go a long way....

December 18, 2019 · 1 min · 139 words · Mark Anthony

The Best Coconut Milks, According to Nutritionists

Like mostplant-based alternative milks, the coconut drink is experiencing a renaissance. According to a2019 study, experts estimated that total coconut milk sales in the US were $880 million. That’s why we consulted dietitian nutritionists to put together this guide to choosing the best coconut milk. Shutterstock What is coconut milk? The benefits of drinking coconut milk. How can you choose the best coconut milk? Photo: Courtesy of Amazon We asked dietitians to share the nutritional criteria they look at when choosing healthy coconut milks....

December 18, 2019 · 2 min · 364 words · Shawna Robertson

The Single Best Way to Make Caramel and Caramel Sauce

Melt the sugar If you have a candy thermometer, place it in the pot. Let the sugar dissolve; you may swirl the pan every few minutes to encourage this. Let the mixture come to a boil Let the mixture come to a boil. Outback Steakhouse/Facebook Once it does, it will start to turn a dark amber color. Gently swirl the pot to encourage even cooking. At this point, you’ve made caramel....

December 18, 2019 · 1 min · 148 words · Amber Porter

The Single Best Way to Make Panna Cotta

Panna cotta is one of the easiest no-bake desserts we can think of. The ingredient list is short and simple, although somewhat indulgent. Make this for a dinner party and your guests will be impressed by the presentation alone. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! Let sit for 5 minutes, until the gelatin blooms. Stir to combine and let sit for 15 minutes, then remove the vanilla pod. Pour into molds Divide the mixture among molds....

December 18, 2019 · 1 min · 173 words · Whitney Lopez

The Best Baby Food Brands to Buy, According to Nutritionists

Probably one of the most Instagrammable milestones that a baby achieves is starting solid foods. What is cuter than a baby covered from head to toe in pureed butternut squash baby food? Other than babies dressed like food on Halloween, nothing. Shutterstock How does a parent know which one to choose? First, let’s break down why a parent may choose a pre-packaged baby food. After all, most baby foods are simply pureed food in a container....

December 17, 2019 · 2 min · 396 words · Roger Martinez

The Best & Worst Menu Items at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Quite honestly, the options are endless. “Incorporating protein into an appetizer can prevent overeating by the time the main entree comes around.” “By consuming this soup, you are already at almost double the recommended saturated fat intake.” Shutterstock “Diets high in saturated fat can be correlated to an increased risk ofheart diseaseandstroke,” Lanzillotto says. Steaks and Baby Back Ribs Best: 6 oz. Top Sirloin Steak With Onion Straws The 6 oz....

December 16, 2019 · 2 min · 250 words · Edgar Brooks

You Only Need Two Ingredients For a Homemade Tahini

When you think about all the things you could addtahinito, you’ll realize that making it at home is completely worth it. Essentially a sesame paste hailing from the Middle East, it blends nicely intosalad dressings,shakes,dips, and evendesserts. Not to mention, it’s truly easy to perfect homemade tahiniall you need are sesame seeds, olive oil, and a food processor. Mura Dominko/Eat This, Not That! Tahini is often used inketo,paleo, andvegandiets as a way to add healthy, unprocessed, plant-based fat to food....

December 11, 2019 · 1 min · 174 words · Gary Cunningham

A Traditional Coca Cola Cake Recipe

This sweet soda is the perfect addition to a homemadechocolate cake. You’re supposed to pour the frosting mixture onto the cake while it is still warm from the oven. Personally, I feel waiting for the cake to cool a bitbeforefrosting it would be best. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! Once melted, pour in the 1 cup of Coca-Cola. Whisk cocoa powder Whisk in the cocoa powder into the pan. Wait for the mixture to start to boil before transferring....

December 10, 2019 · 2 min · 235 words · Linda Powers

Plant-Based Carrot Cake Smoothie

you could think of thisplant-basedsmoothie as a healthy alternative to a slice of carrot cake. Carrots are a delicious, unexpected way to boost nutrition in smoothies. They add a natural sweetness and contain biotin (a B-complex vitamin), potassium, and beta carotene. Carlene Thomas/Eat This, Not That! Chickpeas are another add-in that may seem unorthodox but will maximize your smoothie’s nutrition. They’re a versatile and affordable source of plant-based protein and will ensure you feel full longer....

December 10, 2019 · 1 min · 89 words · Cody Long

30 Easy Ways to Stop Eating So Much Sugar

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. “Eat less sugar.” Miki Kitazawa/Unsplash That’s equal to 200 calories or50 grams of added sugar per dayfor those following a 2,000-calorie diet. To put things into perspective, the average American eats between73 gramsand77 grams of added sugar a day! The good news is that it’s 100 percent possible to cut back!...

December 9, 2019 · 5 min · 966 words · Randall Nicholson