High in fiber, B-vitamins and omega-3s, chia’s tiny seed packs plenty of nutrition but also taste into dessert, beverage and snack recipes.
Stories by Janet Blaser
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With asparagus season now peaking, it’s currently affordable and delicious
It’s a perfect time to indulge in this vegetable, now that markets are flooded with beautiful specimens at more-than-reasonable prices.
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Add strong yet subtle flavor to dishes with a classic ingredient: celery
In Mexico, you can buy just one or two stalks at a time in the mercado, but why not buy the whole head? We’ve got ideas for your next meal.
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It can be hard to find but good yogurt kicks all sorts of dishes up a notch
Sweet and savory recipes use yogurt to add moistness and richness while avoiding unhealthy fat.
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A sideliner no more, cauliflower is having its moment in the spotlight
Do you think of it as just a buttered side? Take a second look at this cabbage family member that’s getting a starring role on foodie tables.
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Smooth, tangy feta takes even everyday recipes to the next level
Crumble it, blend it, spread it: this cheese only made in certain regions of Greece transforms even a plain dish into something truly special.
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Salmon: as many ways to make it as there are fish in the sea
In chowder, burgers, salad, rice bowls, — the variety of delicious ways you can use this fish will definitely keep your mealtimes interesting.
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My big, fat, Mexican sandwich: tortas tantalize the taste buds
For a long time, Janet Blaser avoided this many-faceted, meal in a bun because it’s made with thick, white bread, but she’s now a believer.
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Peanuts have been in Mexico for centuries, but mostly at snack time
While used in a few traditional dishes, these nuts mostly get turned into dips and sauces or creatively topped as between-meal treats.
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If the cold weather’s got you down, cuddle up with some homemade soup
With a chill in the air in so many parts of Mexico right now, make yourself this comfort food that’ll warm you right down to your toes.
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Discover the humble radish’s highly delectable appeal
Far from just a bitter veggie to be shunned at the salad bar, this tuber can be prepared in many delicious ways — raw, roasted or sautéed.
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Go beyond your Superbowl guacamole with Mexico’s ubiquitous avocado
Expand your gastronomic experience beyond guac and tortilla chips with these recipes for a favorite Mexican fruit.
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Forget Popeye’s canned stuff: fresh spinach is the chieftain of leafy greens
Fresh spinach is not the enemy your young self might remember. It makes a versatile addition to the most decadent of meals any time of day.
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Verdologa adds flavor and texture to classic recipes
An easy and unobtrusive addition to soups, stews, and even scrambled eggs, verdologa is also high in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and omega-3s.
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What goes on top of nachos? Just about anything your heart desires!
Nachos may seem as American as apple pie, but a creative maître d’ in a Coahuila restaurant invented them for a customer in 1940.
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Sweet yet high in fiber, the 50-million-year-old date is as popular as ever
Be it a quick smoothie or a luxurious meal or a healthy dessert you crave, the date adds compelling flavor to both sweet and savory recipes.
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Brighten your holiday with Mexico’s ever-popular ponche navideño
For Christmas, families all over Mexico pull out their treasured recipes for ponche navideño, a fruity holiday punch.
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Reach out this season with the gift of homemade Christmas cookies
During this isolated holiday season, these sweet holiday treats are a safe way to reach out to friends, neighbors, and loved ones.
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Homemade seasonings spice up holiday gift giving
Freshly ground spice mixes are a unique alternative to holiday cookies and make for a one-of-a-kind gift your friends will remember all year.
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Making tasty treats for finicky felines means knowing what your cat loves
Cats are finicky eaters, so to get enthusiastic results, adapt homemade cat treat recipes to include failsafe ingredients you know they love.
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Cream cheese brings a subtle decadence to many dishes
It may come as a surprise, but delicious cookies, enchiladas and alfredo sauce all begin with the subtle decadence of added cream cheese.
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Lentils make for a cheap, unassuming start to some highly flavorful meals
Found in every market in Mexico, lentils are a versatile base that make it easy to quickly expand your cooking repertoire.
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Arroz con leche varies with each Mexican grandmother who makes it
In Mexico, finding the “best” arroz con leche recipe depends on which grandmother you ask. Each reply will be slightly different.
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Homemade dog biscuits: an easy treat your dog will bark for
Dog treats are easier to make than you might think to make and well worth the effort: a batch will store nicely in the fridge for two months.
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Broccoli: a ubiquitous, healthy treat to enliven your table
With more vitamin C than oranges, tasty broccoli recipes are a healthy addition to anyone’s dinnertime repertoire.
