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Looking to lighten things up a little for your upcoming Cinco de Mayo celebrations? The fun and festive holiday is this weekend, but all the food can get a little overwhelming. Whether you're planning a big bash or you want to try a lighter version of these sometimes calorie-laden foods, we've got you covered. If you're craving some Mexican fare, tempt your taste buds with these 12 healthier Read more
FitSugar reader Whipped has just the thing for this weekend's brunch: a less indulgent recipe for French toast, which she shared in our Healthy Recipe group. This challah French toast with maple-apple compote is killer. Think warm, sweet challah-bread french toast topped with warm, cinnamon sugar-sautéed apple slices and dripping in even more thick, syrupy cinnamon sugar. These kind of remind Read more
Friday marks the beginning of Passover, and all across the world, Jewish families will be enjoying their favorite Spring eats during Seder. For Pesach, we've gathered 11 delicious recipes, from mashed rutabagas to authentic Carnegie Deli matzo ball soup. Click through for some mouthwatering (and kosher-for-Passover) inspiration. Read more
File this holiday cocktail recipe under "don't knock it till you've tried it." More often than not, when I offer this cocktail to guests, they will refuse it, then take a sip of someone else's and immediately demand one of their own. Somehow, even though this cocktail is sweet, creamy, and minty, it doesn't taste like candy but instead like a refined and delicious drink. Garnished with a playful Read more
Passover may be all about doing without, but convincing a lil one to forgo their favorite standby meals won't fly in most households. After tonight's first Seder, removing leavened bread from any tot's diet doesn't have to be a recipe for disaster. We've rounded up some kid-friendly recipes that remove the holiday's forbidden ingredients but will still bring kids to the dinner table. Read more
Eliminating grains during Passover can be difficult, especially when it comes to sweet treats. Believe it or not, you can still enjoy cakes and cookies on this holiday, and they don't have to break the calorie bank either. Keep reading to find out about some delicious, yet good-for-you desserts you can whip up for Passover. *Note: Some of these recipes are made with vanilla extract. For those Read more
When you're celebrating a holiday with another family, fitting in can feel difficult — especially when it's your partner's family and you hope to make a good impression. With Easter and Passover approaching this weekend, we're sharing a few quick tips to help you both politely blend in while still standing out in a positive way. Open up an honest dialogue. A couple days before the visit, ask Read more
In terms of Passover books, it's hard to compete with the book that's at the center of the holiday's festivities. While the Haggadah tells the story of the exodus from Egypt, and even adds in some elements of surprise with the 10 plagues and the parting of the Red Sea, it can be a bit overwhelming for lil ones who see the holiday as little more than a week of giving up bread and eating Read more
Holiday meals can be a source of great stress and anxiety. There's a lot to think about: what to serve, when to cook it, how to decorate. But with a well-thought-out meal and a little bit of effort, you can create an Easter feast that is sure to impress. I've come up with a menu full of fast and easy dishes, many of which can and should be served at room temperature. Brightly colored Spring Read more
Happy National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! In honor of the holiday, I'm sharing a contemporary update on what happens to be one of my favorite nostalgic foods. I've said before that some of the best sandwiches evoke memories, and this recipe goes back when I was maybe 7 or 8, and my mom fixed me some waffles before realizing we were out of syrup. She improvised to make this sandwich, and Read more
