Brussels sprouts are often paired with smoky bacon, but here we’ve created an amazing bacon-like flavor using a sneaky seasoning mix and shiitake mushrooms. Served over roasted Brussels sprouts and apples, this makes a memorable dish at the holiday table.
Skip the fussy roasted turkey this year and try our laid-back stuffing-rolled turkey breast and an array of gorgeous holiday dishes made easier and more nutritious for a supremely flavorful and stress-free meal.
Put a Swedish twist on your spuds with this centuries-old technique that yields a dish similar to a baked potato but with slits cut into it for the buttery toppings to drip down into and cover every delicious crevice.
Here’s a stunning salad that incorporates the flavors of the season – cranberries, toasted hazelnuts and an orange maple dressing.
A classic gratin is a gorgeous addition to any holiday table. Ours has a crispy panko topping infused with lemon zest and rosemary.
Roasted chestnuts add seasonal flair to this traditional gratin with celery root and carrots.
Sweet potatoes are counterbalanced by pungent Gorgonzola cheese and savory turkey bacon in these rich twice-baked sweet potatoes.
This pungent mash features lightly sweet turnips in the leading role.
The humble crumble gets dressed up for the holidays with almonds and almond extract in the topping and a touch of cardamom in the whipped cream. Look for pears that are ripe but not overly so – they should be tender at the stem, but not mushy.
If you’ve never made homemade cranberry sauce, you’re in for a treat – it’s amazingly easy. While many versions are enhanced with orange, switching the citrus to grapefruit keeps this one familiar yet refreshing.
You can’t get more simply delicious than a pork loin. Here, the moist, tender meat is brushed with a tart-sweet glaze and served with a fruity compote that cooks right in the roasting pan.
These mushrooms are classically elegant yet modernized with a crunchy panko topping and plenty of fresh herbs. To switch things up, try basil, rosemary or sage instead of the oregano.
The stuffing in this rolled-up turkey breast is a lot like traditional stuffing, but instead of being in the cavity of the bird, it’s in a ribbon throughout the meat. So each no-carving-necessary slice has a spiral of bready, herb-laced goodness.
Health benefit: This recipe is bursting with antioxidant-rich fruits like pomegranate, red grapes and goji berries. Plus, pineapple, cilantro and mint have all been studied for their digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits that help you beat the bloat.
Last minute guests? Never fear. We've collected 7 quick and easy appetizer recipes perfect your next get together. Your guests will think you spent hours in the kitchen!
Health benefit: Citrus fruits are high in vitamin C, an important antioxidant for immune and skin health, but the real supernutrients in citrus lie in its flavonoids, which are found in the peel and pith. Studies have found that citrus flavonoids help repair DNA damage, lower cholesterol and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Health benefit: Fermented foods are full of probiotics, but in order to keep gut bacteria balanced, you also need prebiotics, or nondigestible carbohydrates that feed probiotics, like the inulin found in asparagus. This makes fermented asparagus a superfood for digestive and immune system health to help keep your body strong and disease-free all winter long.
Make these cinnamon bun cookies during the holiday season and see everyone's face light up.
Show your love, by giving this peppermint fudge crackle popcorn to a friend during the holiday season.
Transfer your cranberry compote recipe to an 8-oz glass jar. Place lid on top. Secure a square of festive fabric with a ribbon over lid.
Celebrate a wintery Christmas morning with gingerbread pancakes
New research shows that artificial sweeteners can trigger hunger and result in you eating more calories.
Never buy processed, sodium-laden vegetable stock again! Chef James Smith of the Clean Eating Academy shows you how easy it is to make flavorful veggie broth for soups and stews at home.
A Turkish specialty, this extra-thin crust pizza is made with ground lamb or beef seasoned with fragrant cinnamon, allspice and paprika. After it’s baked, it’s topped with a cool, crisp salad for an all-in-one meal your family will love.
Whole wheat pasta with a light lemon zing and spice of pepper topped with salmon. After making this at home, you might turn your nose up to the boxed stuff!
Temperatures are dropping, yet somehow, the urge to seek solace sometimes leads to an even colder place: the frozen-food aisle, where convenient comfort foods from frozen pizza to refined bread seem like easy items to pop in the oven.
This protein-packed salad takes eggs to such a high level, they’re practically the penthouse of nutrition. Enjoy the complete protein in quinoa, vitamin- and mineral-rich kale and antioxidant-rich cranberries.
Picture your favorite Chicken Lo Mein: savory noodles tossed with tender-crisp vegetables, moist, juicy pieces of chicken and a sweet-and-savory sauce. We've managed to capture all of those amazing flavors on this Asian-inspired pizza – noodles and all!
Popular in Spain and parts of Latin America, albondigas are meatballs with herbs and seasoning that are normally made into a soup (known as sopa de albondigas). In this pizza, we've taken those same juicy, seasoned meatballs and used them as the center-piece of this classic pizza with tomato sauce, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley.
The best thing about tamales – a classic Mexican comfort food – is that they are completely customizable! Here, we make them light, clean, and fit for a festive celebration.
A simple tasty snack created by MasterChef winner, Christine Ha, that's boosted with delicious herb flavor and cheesy goodness.
Take your family on a jaunt to Greece in just 30 minutes. Here, creamy yogurt with dill and garlic stands in for tomato sauce, while a lightly browned phyllo topping adds both crispiness and flavor.
Coconut milk, curry paste, potatoes and chickpeas are simmered together to create the ultimate flavorful sauce in this scrumptious pizza. Colorful carrots, peas, cauliflower and cilantro leaves top it off for a vibrant, crowd pleasing meal.
Musician Ziggy Marley released his first cookbook featuring nutritious recipes straight from his family's kitchen this October. CE had a chance to chat with him about everything from his love of food to his philosophy on "die"eting.
“Although chicken was a popular dinner dish in my childhood, I didn’t start coming to eat jerk chicken until I was a teenager.” -Ziggy Marley
Make your own fermented drinks with these recipes from the experts.
Chef Nathan Lyon of the Clean Eating Academy explains how to remove the stringy silver skin from a pork tenderloin.
Orzo pasta and chicken are baked in a rich tomato sauce laced with red wine and cinnamon in this crowd-pleasing Greek dish - it'll have your family yelling opa! by the end of the meal.
You've probably heard of probiotics, but what about prebiotics? These non-digestible foods work together with probiotics to maintain gut health and we're sharing 5 foods that will help you get a prebiotic boost.
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Get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less with these showstopping quick-and-easy meals!
Make your own nutrient-rich kefir at home for an immune-boosting, anytime snack.
We've tested the best of both stove-top and electric models for a complete roundup of the hottest kettles on the market (yes, pun intended).
Fend off unhealthy hankerings with these bevvies and snacks that are all clean as a whistle.
Plan for success with these nifty finds that will keep eating and energy on track all day long.
When you choose sustainable seafood you are doing your part to protect our oceans, lakes and rivers. So, how do you find it in your neighborhood? Chef Nathan Lyon of the Clean Eating Academy explains.
This traditional Korean condiment of spicy fermented cabbage is made in two phases: The first stage, soaking the cabbage in a salty brine, kills harmful bacteria and draws out the liquid from the cabbage. In the second stage, a spicy paste of Korean-style chile powder, scallions, garlic and ginger is mixed into the cabbage to give it that signature kimchi kick. Adding the paste also starts the second stage of fermentation, in which the natural sugars are converted to lactic acid, preserving the veggies and giving them tangy flavor.
A doctor and a nutritionist give you their best advice on maintaining a healthy microbiome, based on the latest research and their expert dietary recommendations.
Chef Nathan Lyon of the Clean Eating Academy explains how to roast a perfect, juicy chicken every time.
If your hardwood floors are in need of a shine, try this simple and pure recipe that leaves nothing behind.
To eat or not to eat? CE's nutrition expert Jonny Bowden tackles the perplexing topic of vegetable oils.
If you haven’t heard of the self-described “Fermentation Revivalist” Sandor Katz, it’s time you did. As a well-known author and expert on the subject, his books have been referred to as fermenting bibles. Clean Eating’s Kathrin Brunner chatted with him to get his advice on leaping into the world of fermentation.
Toss this kraut in a fall salad with dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds or enjoy as a garnish on soups and stews. It also makes for a tasty breakfast served alongside eggs.
We scanned the latest research and polled our top experts and advisers to come up with this comprehensive list of 10 nutrient-dense superfoods to help take your health to the next level.
The secret to a great steak is tenderizing and slicing against the grain. Chef Nathan Lyon of the Clean Eating Academy shows you how.
Mussels might be one of the most sustainable types of seafood on the planet. Plus, they are so easy to prepare. Watch as Chef Nathan Lyon demonstrates how to "debeard" a mussel.
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Coffee cake doesn’t have to be understated – with whole-grain flour, flaxseeds and squash for added nutrition, plus an indulgent maple glaze drizzled over top, this cake will surely get noticed.
From buttery blue crab cakes to sweet, briny oysters to grilled fish tacos with spicy salsa, there’s no question that people love eating seafood. However, if we want to continue enjoying seafood, we have to protect and preserve the ocean and environment.
Don’t be intimidated by the idea of making your own vegan yogurt at home – it’s so much easier than you think! First, make a super-simple spiced cashew milk from raw nuts, then mix in probiotics to kickstart fermentation. As it’s fermenting, you’ll start to see air bubbles forming on the surface – this means it’s working. If it’s not tangy enough after 2 days, let it ferment for another 12 hours.
Brighten up your dinner plate and improve your health while you’re at it with heirloom cranberry beans.
A staple in Moroccan cuisine, preserved lemons are an easy way to add intense citrusy flavor to everything from tagines to pastas to hearty grain salads. If you find them salty, you can give them a rinse before chopping and adding to your recipes. Check the lemons every couple of days as they’re fermenting to ensure they’re submerged in the brine – this is key for softening the peel.
Soda that’s good for you? Yes, please! The key to making this gut-healthy drink is to start with a ginger bug.
Skip the preservatives and sugar often added to traditional Caesar dressings – here we make a high-fiber, real-food Caesar-style dressing and use it in these satisfying wraps for grab-and-go lunches or lazy dinners.
Chef Nathan Lyon of the Clean Eating Academy shares his hot tips for storing fresh fish. The secret is ice. Lots of it.
When afternoon cravings hit, reach for these protein-packed nutrient heavyweights.
Store pancakes in even numbers (two, four or six work best) in resealable freezer bags for a speedy breakfast. Come Monday morning, simply pop them into the toaster right out of the freezer. Bonus: These pancakes are gluten-free!
Fall is the season for one-pot wonders. Try our freezer-friendly Artichoke Chowder, great for a soul-satisfying lunch or dinner paired with whole-grain crusty bread or crackers.
Out of 14 participants, only one maintained weight loss while four are now heavier than when they started the show.
This creamy carrot cashew sauce with roasted broccoli is a healthy substitute that will fill those cheesy potato cravings. Serve it like you would any traditional cheese sauce over a baked potato or as a sauce for potato gratin or whole-grain pasta, or try serving it fondue-style accompanied by your favorite veggies, crackers, pickles or whole-grain crusty bread for dipping.
Enjoy this creamy and comforting beet soup from chef and CE recipe developer Julie Morris’ newest cookbook Superfood Soups.
Make a big batch of these easy, homemade crackers for a tasty on-the-go snack that pairs well with hummus, spreads and regular or nut cheese.
You don’t have to go full vegetarian to reap the benefits of a plant-based diet.
Spicy-sweet chai rooibos is revered for its digestive benefits, immune system support and antioxidant properties.
Made from whole green tea leaves that are stone ground into a fine powder, matcha contains caffeine to help improve focus and L-theanine, an amino acid that induces a sense of well-being and relaxation.
A type of black tea that’s flavored with citrusy bergamot oil, Earl Grey is loaded with flavonoids, which are antioxidants that protect the body’s cells from free-radical damage.
Though its deep purple hue is instantly recognizable, maqui has very little flavor, allowing it to swing easily between both sweet and savory uses.
These Salted Chocolate Almond Butter Cups actually are good for your gut and help promote weight-loss.
The quinoa and beef in this scrumptious gyro bowl will fuel you for hours, while the decadent tzatziki sauce will have you craving this recipe again and again.