5 Fast, Easy, and Seriously Cheesy Dinners


Updated 05/06/12 7:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Easy Cheesy Dinners

Every once in a while, the only thing that can curb my comfort-food cravings is a decadent recipe starring cheese. Whether I'm out and about at work or play, a little indulgence can go a long way — especially if it's a fast and easy meal to put together! For five tasty meals that are fast, easy, and seriously cheesy, just keep clicking and prepare to be hungry. Read more

Real Simple's Allie Lewis Clapp Reveals 10 Ingredients to Save You Hours in the Kitchen


Updated 05/02/12 12:08 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Food Pantry Essentials

You may vow to skip takeout in favor of cooking every weeknight dinner, but let's face it: regardless of how much you like to cook, if you've got a busy schedule, you probably don't want to spend hours in the kitchen every night. The secret? According to Allie Lewis Clapp, food director of Real Simple magazine and editor of the new book Real Simple: Easy, Delicious Home Cooking, the secret sauce Read more

Eva Mendes Shows Us How Sexy '50s Style Is Done — Get Her Look Now


Updated 05/02/12 4:59 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Eva Mendes Retro Spring Style 2012

There's little fault we can ever find with Eva Mendes. Even when she's shopping at Whole Foods, she manages to effortlessly nail that sexy off-duty Rita Hayworth look. By pairing a crisp white Express tie-front blouse with a sweet daisy-print skirt, Eva looks both Spring-ready and vintage chic. This sexy daytime ensemble is totally easy to achieve; Eva only had to style five key retro-inspired Read more

5 Tips to Green Up Your Pup's Routine


Updated 04/26/12 9:33 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Eco-Friendly Dog Tips

It doesn't seem as though a pet would have a large carbon footprint, but when you stop to think about where your dog's food, toys, and other equipment come from, his environmental impact can actually be quite significant. However, it doesn't take an extreme life makeover to turn your pooch's routine into a green machine. Just follow these easy-peasy tips, and tell us: what do you do to green up Read more

5 Weeknight Meals That Will Take You Around the World


Updated 03/19/12 4:22 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Fast and Easy Ethnic Dinner Recipes

This week, don't stay put. Expand your culinary horizons and take a tasty trip around the world, while sitting at your dinner table! We've selected five fast and easy meal ideas that will have you traveling from Ireland to the Philippines and back again. But why stop at just food? Make this a fun and exciting week by listening to music from the country of the day while you chow down. Read more

Get Out Your Skewers: It's Something on a Stick Day


Updated 03/28/12 2:42 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Foods on a Stick Recipes

Did you know that March 28 is Something on a Stick Day? Whether you prefer old standbys like kebabs and Popsicles or more imaginative creations like coffee — yes, coffee — on a stick, you'll love celebrating the playful holiday with these quick and easy recipes. From Greek salad bites to sweet cake pops, here are eight festive food-on-a-stick recipes to try today. Read more

Bring a Little of Brazil Into Your Pantry


Updated 03/23/12 2:25 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Brazilian Pantry Staples

If all of the ingredients and flavor combinations present in Brazilian food make your mouth water, consider stocking up on some pantry essentials that will help you delve into creating the cuisine at home. While much of the dishes are based on fresh fish, meat, and vegetable, there are some staple ingredients that are relatively easy to get your hands on. Click through to start building your Read more

5 Ways to a Healthier Frozen Dinner


Updated 03/08/12 4:32 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Make Frozen Meals Healthy

Frozen meals are certainly convenient, but they're not exactly the most nourishing option. Although some brands do focus on healthier ingredients, you can definitely step up your satisfaction by adjusting your frozen meal habits. Regularly hit the freezer for dinner? Since March is National Frozen Foods Month, learn how to improve the quality of frozen meals by making these five easy tweaks to Read more

5 Easy Ways to Make Vegetables More Fun For Kids


Updated 02/23/12 4:35 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

How to Make Kids Eat Vegetables

It's not always easy to convince kids to try new vegetables, but a little bit of creativity can make the healthy food group more fun. If you keep things playful, your kids will start to look forward to meals and enjoy participating in the full food experience. Hoping to boost your child's veggie intake? Check out these five simple ways to help improve their diet! Read more