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If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Pumpkin season is here and we are all about it. it’s possible for you to find us bakingPumpkin Spice Latte Cookies, carving jack-o'-lanterns and roasting pumpkin seeds. Photo: Cameron Zegers / Stocksy Carving pumpkins are stringy and bland when cooked. To find ones fit for eating, look for smaller “sugar” or “pie” pumpkin varieties. They weigh 4 to 8 pounds, and are sweet and flavorful with smooth- textured flesh....

Removing the skins from the chickpeas helps achieve a better crisp. Look for “everything bagel seasoning” in the spice aisle; it’s now available in most supermarkets. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line another baking sheet with paper towels. Spread chickpeas on the paper towels. Rub the chickpeas with more paper towels to remove skins; discard skins. Roast until crispy and golden brown, about 30 minutes, tossing halfway through....

Weekend warriors, youre in luck. kali9 / Getty Images We know exercise is important for reducing disease riskeven if you dont lose weight. For example, regularly engaging in physical activity has been linked toreduced risk of dementiaandheart disease. Photo:kali9 / Getty Images Should they just forget about it? The answer is a resoundingnokeep your active weekend plans! In fact, new research published in the journalCirculationsheds light on the fitness benefits of being a weekend warrior....

Here’s the recycling code number to look forand venture to avoidif you want to reduce your exposure. Other plastics, though, may be moreharmful to human health. Case in point:Phthalates, a chemical added to some plastics to make it more flexible. Getty Images The subjects included white, Black, Chinese, Japanese and Hispanic individuals. (This fasting blood glucose level is the same diagnostic criteria theAmerican Diabetes Associationuses.) During the course of the study, 4....

This eggplant Parmesan is creamy in the center with a crispy panko crust on the outside. To know when your eggplant is cooked to perfection, poke it with the tip of a paring knife. The knife tip should slide through with little resistance. Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster you’re free to rotate the baking sheet front to back for even browning. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil; set a wire rack on the baking sheet....

Chopped jalapeno and canned chipotle chiles add heat to this delicious meal. you might cut back on both or leave them out completely for a milder version. Swap out the Monterey Jack cheese for pepper Jack for an extra kick. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower It packs all the flavors of chicken fajitas into a delicious, creamy casserole. Charring the chicken and veggies first gives you that classic fajita taste with far less work....

Pureed chickpeas, seasoned with the characteristic flavors of falafel, make excellent veggie burgers. Add chickpeas, cumin, coriander, baking soda and salt. Process until well combined. Transfer to a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes. (This allows the breadcrumbs to absorb excess moisture.) Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes per side. Serve the patties on buns....

Deep-fried falafel can be a total grease bomb. But these pan-seared falafel still get crispy in just a few tablespoons of oil with equally satisfying results. ThisFalafel Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressingis a great Meatless Monday optionor for any other day of the week. We love the simplicity of this recipe, which is loaded with flavor and nutrition. The falafel patties become crispy on the outside but remain tender on the inside....

Meal-prepping a week’s worth of lunches doesn’t need to take hours in the kitchen. We love going to our local specialty grocery store for fast shortcut ingredients like these. The high-fiber falafel and tabbouleh will help to keep you feeling satisfied all afternoon. Divide tabbouleh among 4 single-serving containers. Top each container with one-fourth of the greens (about 1 cup per container) and 3 falafel. Seal and refrigerate for up to 4 days....

Who says spinach salads are only for spring? This colorful and healthy salad would be a wonderful addition to your Thanksgiving menu. Antioxidant-packed butternut squash is roasted to perfection and added to a bed of heart-healthy spinach. This dish is a seasonal delight, but get ready to enjoy it all year long. Keep reading for our expert tips on adding more protein to this salad, easy ingredient substitutions and more!...

Embrace the beginning of fall with these quick and easy Mediterranean Diet dinners. Sunday is officially the first day of fall. I dont know about you, but I am ready for it! Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Im thinking about colorful foliage, hikes in the woods and apple picking. This means theres more time to enjoy all the activities fall has to offer. This one is full ofproteinandfiberto keep you feeling full and satisfied and to help improve yourgut health....

Classic Italian panzanella is a summery salad of bread, tomatoes and onions. Here, the dish gets the fall treatment with roasted acorn squash and tart apple instead. Be sure to toss the salad while the squash is still warm. Photo: Alexandra Shytsman Delicata or honeynut squash would work just as well in place of the acorn squash. Spread bread on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat....

If you typically fall asleep well after midnight, it may be time to change your routine. Sleep quality counts, too. How Was This Study Conducted? Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Participants completed follow-up assessments every three years. This group consisted mostly of women (71%) with an average age of 63 at baseline. This cohorts baseline was their follow-up visit for the main study between 2014 and 2017. During this time, participants reported on their sleep habits....