Food for Thought

The rich tahini sauce perfectly complements the winter squash while providing heart benefits through oils in the sesame seeds.

Packed with flavor and heart-healthy mono- and polyunsaturated fats, this spread is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Makes 2 cups.

Fermented foods, such as kimchi, contain probiotics that support digestion. Fermenting at home can be intimidating, but with a little experience, you can let the microbes do the work for you!

There is plenty of seasonal, local produce to make Super Bowl as much about the food, if not more than it is about the game.

The heart-healthy benefits of fish get an added boost when paired with the garlic found in this fresh chimichurri sauce. Makes 4 servings.

Caramelizing the onions in olive oil provides rich flavor and helps boost absorption of lycopene, a cancer-preventing compound found in tomatoes. Crispy, garlicky breadcrumbs top it off perfectly.

Sweet Potato and Greens Macaroni and Cheese. This recipe reinvents a traditional comfort food to be higher in fiber, stress-reducing nutrients, and flavor. Serves 4-6.

Ricciarelli Cookies with Orange Zest. These classic Italian almond cookies are a delicious way to treat your tastebuds in addition to your health, as they are lower in saturated fats and higher in healthy fats than most cookies. Makes 4 dozen cookies.

Tea-Infused Tofu and Bok Choy Soup. The tea, tofu, and greens are rich in nutrients and antioxidants to nourish you during hectic times. Serves 6.