Enjoy them as an after-school snack or a healthy dessert. Several testers also said they’d love to eat them with a cup of coffee in the morning. Combine pumpkin, brown sugar, almond butter, egg and vanilla in a small bowl; set aside. Stir the pumpkin mixture into the flour mixture. Fold in oats and raisins. Drop 10 heaping tablespoonfuls of dough about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet....

Add sour cream and oil; toss with a fork to combine with the dry ingredients. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of ice water over the mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 2 days. Or wrap airtight and freeze for up to 3 months. The plastic will help prevent freezer burn while the foil will help keep off-odors from seeping into the food....

Heres what the study found. Through this data, the researchers noticed the connection between dementia and Alzheimers risk with those managing heart disease. This shows the huge detrimental influence of premature coronary heart disease on brain health. Getty Images What does this mean? Health care professionals should be aware of individuals diagnosed with coronary heart disease at a young age. Foods like leafy greens, salmon, nuts and berries are great for both your mind and your heart....

These heart-healthy comfort food makeovers include favorites like pot pie, fried rice and chili. Your heart and taste buds will appreciate these delicious recipes. This healthy dinner recipe is comfort food at its best. Look for bell peppers with even bottoms, so that they stand upright on their own. Giving lemons a quick sizzle in the skillet amps up the flavor of this piccata-inspired dish. The heat helps release even more citrus juice and sweetens it too....

A heart-healthy eating plan isn’t about restrictingit’s about enjoying! Let this easy-to-follow meal plan be your guide. Specially tailored for people just starting with aheart-healthy diet, the recipes and snacks are straightforward and delicious. How We Create Meal Plans Registered dietitians thoughtfully createEatingWellsmeal plans to be easy-to-follow and delicious. Close to or above 20% DV is considered high, so skip those products. This 1,500-calorie meal plan has modifications for 2,000 calories to support those with differentcalorie needs....

Perfect on cold winter nights, this hearty chicken stew recipe will warm you right up. Serve it with some homemade biscuits for a filling meal. Is Chicken Stew Good for You? Chicken thighsare a good source of protein and nutrients. Eating foods that contain protein can support weight-management goals and support bone health, among many other potential benefits. What Goes Well with Chicken Stew? Try our hearty chicken stew withButtermilk Biscuits, Cauliflower Cheddar Bay Biscuits or Angel Biscuits....

This satisfying stew comes together in a snap. Here are tips onhow to mince garlic. When stirred into a stew, mashed chickpeas cook down to create a creamy, rich texture. Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Check out more tips from our test kitchen onhow to thicken soup. To reheat, you might microwave the stew on High until warm. 14cupgrated Parmesan cheese (Optional) Directions Mash 1 can chickpeas with a potato masher or fork....

The slow cooker makes this veggie-packed beef stew super-easy and extra-savory. Trim any fat from beef cubes. Add half of the beef cubes. Cook and stir until brown; remove from skillet. Add the remaining beef cubes; cook and stir until brown. Drain off any fat. Place meat in a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. Add potatoes, carrots, onion, cream of mushroom soup, broth, and marjoram. If using low-heat setting, turn cooker to high-heat setting....

Pickled onions add tangy flavor to this simple tomato salad. Add brown sugar, pickling spice and salt. Cook, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved. Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Remove from heat and add onions. Let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. (Discard any remaining liquid.) Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain the onions, reserving 1/2 cup pickling liquid....

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Its easily adapted to whatever herbs and citrus you have on hand. Be sure to shake well before serving. Cover and shake until well combined. Photo:Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Addelyn Evans Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Addelyn Evans...

Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and herbs in a medium bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes. Toss potatoes with 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Transfer the potatoes to a serving platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and tent with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes, then add to the platter....

Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, and celery root make up a colorful roasted vegetable medley. Whisk oil, honey, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add squash, celery root, Brussels sprouts, shallots, and lemon; toss to coat. Divide the vegetables between the prepared pans. Let cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted lemons over the vegetables. Tips Tip: Look for cubed butternut squash at the store for less prep work....