You’ve heard of the gluten-free diet, but have you heard of a grain-free diet? Essentially, any food that doesn’t contain grains is naturally gluten-free as well. However, a food product can be gluten-free while still containing grains. Shutterstock Remember, gluten is the protein found in wheat and wheat-based products. According to theGrains & Legumes Nutrition Council, there are three types of grains. Why might someone choose to go grain-free instead of just gluten-free?...

We can’t think of a more perfect pairing thanpeanut butterand chocolate. They’re a classic, kid-friendly cookie they’ll ask for year after year! Once mixed, add in the peanut butter. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! When the peanut butter is fully worked through, sprinkle in the salt, baking powder, and flour. Mix until a dough has formed. Wrap up the dough and chill for 3 to 4 hours, or overnight. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That!...

We also factored in other nutritionals, such as saturated fat, sodium, and sugar content. Now, here are 10 fast-food kids' meals, ranked from best to worst. ThisSubwaymeal offers 11 grams of protein, which will help keep your child full. Shutterstock Plus, the applesauce is a sweet treat for them to eat after! On the kids' menu, you’ll find this fun little sandwicha chicken tender made into a slider. The sodium content could be better, but it’s not a complete dealbreaker for us in this circumstance....

Both Mexican spirits come from the agave plant, but offer their own distinct tastes. Of course, you could always head to your local bar to try out a mezcal cocktail. Embrace the traditional with this classic mezcal cocktail recipe. Courtesy of Castaway Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Pour into a rocks glass. Garnish with a light pinch of salt and pepper. Courtesy of Bar Calo Often, mezcal is served with a little botana, or snack dusted with a salty blend....

The holidays wouldn’t be the same without a plate of homemadecookies, right? However, you’re able to use anyjam or jellyyour heart desires. Use grape, strawberry, apricot, raspberry, peach, or whatever else you have on hand. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! You don’t even have to stick to one bang out of jam for this entire batch of cookies! Mix it up with different types of jams for some variety. If you have a hole, the jelly will seep through later....

Rich inelectrolytes, vitamins, minerals, and natural sugars, coconut water is nature’s perfect hydration drink. While coconut water fans tout its unprocessed, pure taste, others can’t stand it. It’s likely that their first experience tasing the slightly nutty drink was from the wrong brand. Ann Marie Langrehr While some coconut waters offer a crisp, clean taste, other brands can skew closer to watery milk. The best-tasting coconut waters, ranked from good to great....

Getting sick of packing the same thing forschool lunches? Never fear, the bento box is here! We put together 25 different bento box ideas for you to switch up your kid’s school lunch. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! Let’s be honest though: these lunch ideas could also work for adults! Who says these have to be strictly for kids? These bento lunch box ideas are easy tomeal prepfor yourself before work, too!...

It’s that time of year againgroupdinnersand theholidaysare in full swing. The list of events and food-friendly happenings goes on and on. If you really want to impress your guests or fellow party-goers, knowing some crowd-pleasing recipes is a must. Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald Get our recipe forBacon and Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates Recipe. Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapenos Recipe Kick it up a notch with these spicy stuffed jalapenos!...

In the fall, it’s all about pumpkin-flavored foods. But when the holidays finally roll around, people swap out their favorite pumpkin products for deliciouspeppermintgoodies. So what better way to celebrate the holidays than with a plate of warm peppermint chocolate cookies? Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! Paired with your favorite peppermint mocha, it is bound to be your new go-to holiday treat. you’ve got the option to make these with any peppermint toppings of your choosing!...

Did you really celebrate the holidays if you didn’t decorate some sugar cookies? Chilling thecookie doughhelps with that! Baking colder dough will help the sugar cookies stay in form. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! To ice them, scoop a small amount onto each cookie and spread with the back of the spoon. Sprinkle on your favorite toppings, sprinkles, and even some edible glitter. Spread some flour onto a cutting board and roll out the dough with a rolling pin....

Chill the gingerbread cookie dough It may seem silly to do, but trust us. Chilling the dough will actually help the cookie to keep its form whenbaking. Use a sandwich bag for icing Don’t have a fancy piping set to decorate cookies? Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! You don’t need one. you could easily ice cookies by using a plastic bag. Simply add the icing to a sandwich bag and cut a very small corner at the bottom....

That’s why I made a copycat Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito recipe! This burrito (also famously known as the “Chilito”) is incredibly easy to make. The ingredients are few, but it’s bursting with flavor. Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! According to him, the burrito should be at least 50 percent cheese and 50 percent chili. The easy way to make healthier comfort foods. Copycat Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burrito Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 lb....

For nearly 50 years, Hungry Howie’s has been known for its affordable pizzas and deliciously flavored crusts. Here are the best and worst meals you could order from the Hungry Howie’s menu. Even without meat, this pizza has seven grams of protein per slice to help fill you up. Shutterstock “This pizza boasts 440 calories for a single slice, and who only eats one slice of pizza? I sure don’t!”...