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Divide strawberries and filling among shortcakes 255 calories per serving Active time 30 minutes Total time 45 minutes plus cooling Makes 8 Servings ¾ cup old-fashioned oats 1¼ cups all-purpose flour 1½ tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. salt 7 Tbsp. plus ½ tsp. sugar 2 Tbsp. cold margarine or butter, cut … Read more

Several years ago, film student Christopher Smith saw a magazine cover that caught his eye. The auspicious image – a smiling Washintonian named Dee Wiliams, relaxing in her 84-square-foot house – was filed away in his mental Roledex. At the time, he never imagined it would resurface to shape the two largest projects of his … Read more

In our quest for wholeness, we often try to make up for our internal emptiness by seeking completion in another. Many of us have taken this to an extreme, believing that fulfillment is only possible in the arms of a soul mate. Romance. The ultimate dream, especially if Hollywood has anything to do with it. … Read more

2. Sugar Sugar, like salt, can be used as a preservative, and it works for the same reasons. The sugar changes the osmotic pressure of the environment, leading to cellular plasmolysis and inhibiting the growth of microbial cells. This is why sugary foods such as candies and jams don’t require refrigeration to prevent bacterial spoilage: … Read more

Preserved Lemons All you need are washed and preferably organic lemons (either Eurekas or Meyers), kosher salt, and a glass jar with a tight lid that has been sterilized by running it through the dishwasher. Make two cuts (lengthwise) in each lemon so that the quarters created remain attached. Stuff kosher salt into the crevices … Read more

Sweet veggie skewers Braai some veggie kebabs, then serve them over greens for a fast salad that’s full of fresh flavor. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes 1 aubergine (about 450g), cut into rounds and then halved 24 cherry tomatoes 1 orange pepper, cubed 1 courgette, cut into rounds and then halved 1 … Read more

Summer’s not over yet! All you need to throw a spontaneous braai are a few close friends, a windless day and some tasty fridge staples. Social gatherings are the ultimate mood boosters. In fact, research shows that hanging with friends can make you happier and help reduce stress. So next time a get-together breaks out … Read more

Let’s make your dinner tastier with chicken breasts 287 calories per serving Active time 10 minutes Total time 28 minutes Makes 4 Main-Dish Servings 1½ cup fat-free buttermilk 1 large egg white 2 tsp. hot pepper sauce 4 skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves (6 oz. each) 1 cup cornflake-cereal crumbs 2 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. dried … Read more

Easy step-by-step to make a classic strawberry rhubarb pie 155 calories per serving Active time 15 minutes Total time 1 hour 5 minutes plus cooling Makes 8 Servings 1 small orange 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled and cut in half (or quarters if large) 10 oz. rhubarb, trimmed and cut into ½-inch-thick slices ¼ cup granulated … Read more

The quickest and simpliest formula to make spaghetti squash 245 calories per serving Active time 20 minutes Total time 30 minutes Makes 4 Main-Dish Servings 1 large spaghetti squash (4 lb.) 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, quartered ½ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, plus additional leaves for garnish 2 cans (5 oz. each) … Read more

This is a tasty spicy Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo 400 calories per serving Active time 30 minutes Total time 60 minutes Makes 10 Main-Dish Servings 1 lb. hot Italian sausage links, pricked several times with fork 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 2 … Read more

Pork Chops Stuffed with Cheddar Cheese and Poblano Peppers Brined pork chops are a good example of wet brining. This is also one of those dishes that’s both tasty and easy. In a container, mix 2 tablespoons (60g) salt with 4 cups (1 liter) of cold water. Stir to dissolve salt. Place 2 to 4 … Read more

Before getting into modern industrial chemicals—chemicals that began to routinely appear in food only after World War II—let’s take a look at some traditional food additives and the chemicals and chemistry behind them: salt (sodium chloride), sugar (sucrose), acids and bases (citric acid, lye), and alcohol (ethanol). 1. Salt Ahh, salt: responsible for the salvation … Read more

A specialist in both anaesthesia and intensive care, Dr Luc Evenepoel also has an interest in weight-loss woes. He reveals his no-nonsense approach. The Japanese Diet 1.    There is no magic cure Countless scientists are searching for the magical cure for obesity. The foolproof weight-loss pill is just 10 years away. And always will be… … Read more

Research is just beginning to demonstrate that omega-3 fatty acids may plat a role in preventing both breast and colon cancers. In the Nurses’ Health Study, those who ate fish four or more times a week had a lower risk of age0realted macular degeneration than those who are ate three, or fewer, fish meals per … Read more

So many products accentuate the low-fat or fat-free benefits now, that it’s almost scary to eat anything with real fat in it! But the fact is you actually need to consume fat in order to lose it. Yes, you read it right – you need fat to lose fat. The key is to consume the … Read more

Drinking beer on the Paddy’s Day is a good idea since the ferment in beer has positive effect on your body. An Italian study group proves that drinking beer every day helps reduce the threat of heart diseases. This announcement is recapitulated from many studies related to the fact that absorbing a moderate amount of … Read more

Arguably the most famous breakfast dish of all time, this classic has been given a fresh twist. I started reviewing restaurants with my mom, Lannice Snymanm many years ago. To see if the establishment was up to scratch I’d check: are the eggs perfectly poached and is the tricky sauce skillfully executed? This classic American … Read more

Ditch the detox But before you rush to start the latest detox regime, be aware that doctors don’t endorse “quick fix” remedies. “These detoxes are of no benefit and are potentially harmful,” says Prof Spearman. Dr Pappas also views detoxes as ineffective and suggests that, “The best way to detox is to adopt a healthy, … Read more

The liver is the engine room of the body – but you could unknowingly be putting yours at risk. Here are 10 ways to give it the care it deserves. While we often persuade ourselves that our healthy eating regime can wait until Monday, or that an extra glass of wine doing (besides fooling ourselves) … Read more