When the summer heat hits and turning on the oven is the last thing you want to do, a cold pasta salad is the move. Unfortunately, many store-bought versions are laden with genetically modified soybean oil, bleached noodles, and artificial preservatives. This Italian-inspired chopped pasta salad fixes all of that with three simple swaps: a ...
Our Better Than Takeout recipe series is meant to inspire cooking at home—rather than falling victim to the expensive, unhealthy, and often time-consuming process of ordering in from a food delivery app. As an alternative, we’ve assembled a few recipes that we think are more nutritious (and certainly more affordable!) than takeout, and they take ...
Valentine’s Day dinner doesn’t have to mean squeezing into a crowded restaurant, ordering from a limited menu, or paying more just because it’s February 14. Some of the most meaningful (and delicious) celebrations happen at home—where you can cook together, take your time, and enjoy food made with ingredients you actually recognize. A healthy Valentine’s ...
Looking for a creative side dish to round out your Thanksgiving table? This comforting gnocchi recipe delivers all the cozy flavors of fall—creamy pumpkin, aromatic sage, and golden brown sweet potato gnocchi—in just 20 minutes. It’s a festive twist on classic holiday sides that pairs beautifully with turkey, roasted veggies, or a hearty grain salad. ...
The taste of pumpkin is almost synonymous with the fall season. Every year, it seems to come back around earlier and earlier (to the delight of many, no matter how many snarky remarks you may see on social media). Pumpkin is a type of winter squash; an incredibly versatile one, at that. When served sweet, ...
Note: The Back-to-Busy Meal Plan includes five days of dinners, as well as five next-day lunch recipes that use up leftovers from the night before. Make sure to read both recipes ahead of time to avoid throwing away essential ingredients. Everyone loves a warm bowl of pasta, especially when it’s eaten at the dinner table ...
If you can’t make it to New York City for Carbone’s Internet-famous rigatoni with spicy vodka sauce, Chef Scott Brown wants to make sure you can get as close as possible in your own kitchen. The restaurant’s namesake line of jarred sauces — including the spicy vodka sauce — are a revelation in home cooking. ...
Since starting her Deliciously Ella brand in 2012, Ella Mills has championed colorful, nourishing, plant-based food, building a community of over 4 million people across social media platforms. On the Deliciously Ella website, you’ll find recipes like Pesto Lasagne, Herby Chickpea Burgers, and Sweet Potato Brownies, and now, almost 100 plant-based food products in supermarkets ...
If you’ve ever longed for a dinner that feels indulgent yet clean, this vegan roasted red pepper pasta delivers on both fronts. Built around a vibrant red pepper sauce made from roasted peppers, garlic, and creamy coconut milk, this dish brings that rich, luxurious texture you’d expect from a classic pasta but without dairy, and ...
Picture this: a warm, bustling kitchen with multiple pots simmering on the stove. There’s music on, but you can hardly hear it over the din of laughter and sizzling. Every few minutes the door opens to another smiling face, another armful of groceries, wine, and dessert. It’s crowded, the silverware doesn’t match, and everyone is ...
Everyone should have one of those back-pocket recipes that’s quick to put together, made with pantry staples you almost always have on hand, and stick-to-your-ribs satisfying.
This recipe is part of the Healthy Reset Meal Plan, our 5-day program of make-ahead breakfasts, throw-‘em-together lunches, and quick dinners designed to help you cook and eat healthy while minimizing waste.
This recipe is part of the Healthy Reset Meal Plan, our 5-day program of make-ahead breakfasts, throw-‘em-together lunches, and quick dinners designed to help you cook and eat healthy while minimizing waste.
Wheat might be the most traditional ingredient, but today’s modern options—made with everything from lentils to cauliflower—mean pasta is always on the menu.
Behold, the magic of wonder noodles! This quick-cooking ingredient is made from a starch found in the konjac yam that has been used for centuries in Asian cuisine, and it’s a perfect addition to your pantry to help make dinner in a flash. Pair with your favorite sauces for a gluten- and grain-free take on ...
Welcome to Dining In—a series that takes you into the homes of Thrive Market employees and brand partners to share what cooking in our own kitchens really looks like. Today, we’re talking to Nicole Vranjican, a YouTuber and recipe creator dedicated to crafting easy plant-based recipes. Her approach to veganism is relaxed and realistic, and ...
What five items do you have in your kitchen? We asked, you answered! And Megan Mitchell is here to turn those ingredients into two unique, easy recipes. Keep reading to see the sweet and savory items that make these dishes special.
Raise your hand if you’re in desperate need of comfort food right now. Prep School host Megan Mitchell is making it easy to eat your feelings (and have fewer dishes to wash) with her new one-pot pasta recipe. Our favorite chickpea noodles join rich mascarpone cheese, tender mushrooms, a heap of Parmesan cheese, and peas ...
We know you’re probably in desperate need of a big bear hug from your bestie, neighbor, or extended family member. Except … social distancing. We don’t know when the restrictions will lift, but we can help you eat your way to a better mood through some quality home cooking. From vegan mac and cheese and ...
In search of a creative way to make pasta this week? Just look in your pantry! Chef Megan Mitchell shares her go-to pantry pasta recipe, which you can make in under 20 minutes.
Even if you’re usually pretty strategic when food shopping, your most recent grocery haul may have been anything but. During a time when we’re being encouraged to social distance and work from home, our pantry staples are becoming increasingly more relevant in our day-to-day lives. It’s perfectly understandable if your weekly stock-up has been more ...
Today on Prep School, Megan Mitchell is cooking a gluten-free pasta dish that’s primed for sharing with all your best girlfriends. Every bite is rich (thanks to cream), a tiny bit boozy (thanks to vodka) and 100% gluten-free. On the side, lemony broccolini makes a perky addition to your plate—don’t forget the clean wine!
In case you think having an Italian grandmother is a requirement to being able to make a good lasagna, we’re here to tell you that it’s easier than you think. Of course, it always helps to stand next to an expert in the kitchen, but we’re going to teach you how to make the best ...
If you’re sensitive to certain sugars or often feel bloated after meals, you might have explored or heard of the Low-FODMAP diet. Low-FODMAP foods are those that minimize fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols — short-chain carbohydrates that can trigger digestive discomfort for many with IBS or gut sensitivities.