Bananas Foster French Toast (Overnight)

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This lighter, make-ahead overnight baked French toast casserole with Bananas Foster is guaranteed to impress—perfect for Easter morning or any special brunch! Bananas Foster French Toast The challah bread in this French toast casserole absorbs the eggy custard, flavored with vanilla and cinnamon, overnight. The … Read more

Wild garlic: where to find it and how to cook it

Wild garlic (allium ursinum) has become one of the food joys of spring. It grows in abundance, it’s easy to identify, the whole plant is edible and it can be enjoyed raw or cooked. I think the easiest and most common way to use wild garlic is to make it into a pesto, which you … Read more

Which Drinks to Sip and Skip While Fasting

Liquids to Drink While Fasting What to Drink Again, various fasting plans exist and carry their own guidelines — some of which can be supportive of an overall healthy lifestyle and others less so. In general, to maintain a fasting state, it’s important to only drink zero- and minimal-calorie beverages and to avoid artificial sweeteners.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e5976295fde0c37-7150-4e79-a1ea-7d4512768603 … Read more

Vegan Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my disclosure. If you are looking for your next vegan fruity dessert fix, look no further than my vegan pineapple upside down cake. I use pineapple rings, maple syrup, and vanilla paste for this nostalgic dessert that has … Read more

Which Appliance Is The Bigger Hit To Your Electricity Bill?

Yinyang/Getty Images Stocking abundant countertop kitchen appliances is fun and all — until the electricity bill arrives. Aside from heavyweights, such as HVAC and water-heating, kitchen energy expenditure comprises a sizable portion of said bill. Even if you stick to simple dishes, such as avocado toast or … Read more

Spring Asparagus and Fava Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette

When was the last time you ate fava beans? This salad might remind you why they deserve waaaaay more attention. Blanched asparagus, shelled fava beans, mesclun greens, and thinly sliced radishes dressed with a vinaigrette of whole grain mustard, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and minced anchovy fillets. It is a spring salad … Read more

Health, Digital Trends Reshape Beverage Demand

The EY organization released findings from its Consumer Beverage Survey, uncovering three major forces – health, digital engagement and generation shifts – that are reshaping beverage choice and consumption behavior. The study, based on a survey of more than 2,500 consumers across the US and Brazil, explores how these evolving preferences are redefining what people … Read more

How Often Should You Change Your Air Filter If You Have Allergies?

Indoor allergens can build up quickly inside a home. Americans spend about 90% of their time indoors, and indoor air pollutant levels are often 2 to 5 times higher than typical outdoor levels. For people with allergies or asthma, a neglected HVAC filter can allow more dust, pollen, pet dander, and other particles to remain … Read more

8 top chefs share the waste-of-money ingredients you should never buy

Eight of the nation’s leading chefs have come together to reveal the ingredients they consider to be the biggest waste of money, from ready-made sauces to pre-grated cheese – these experts explain how making simple swaps or learning a few basic skills can save you time while also delivering better results in your cooking. But, … Read more

Informed Consent Errors That Put Physicians at Higher Legal Risk

Informed consent is not weak because patients refuse to sign papers. It loses its effectiveness when handled as paperwork instead of as communication. Physicians sometimes act as though consent is finalized the moment a patient signs the “perfect” consent form. But the signature only proves that the form was signed, not that the patient was … Read more