Getting your hands on some butter is as easy popping in the grocery store. (And you are using butter, right? No more margarine!) But why buy what you can make? Homemade butter is creamier than the store-bought stuff and boasts a richer, more complex flavor; it’s not as difficult to make as you might think; … Read More
The Christmas tree is one of the most iconic symbols of the holiday, the glowing centerpiece of our seasonal decorations and celebrations. Yet, almost as soon as the big day is over — sometimes as soon as 24 hours after — we strip them bare and put them out with the trash. Once honored, by … Read More
They are the signature fruit of the season, and since they’re both delicious and highly nutritious, you should definitely make ruby red cranberries a highlight of your holiday meals. But please forget the can-shaped gelatinous goo. Fresh or flash-frozen cranberries are easy to find this time of year, and consuming them this way, you’ll reap … Read More
Expecting a house-full of friends and family this holiday season? If so, it could be a major source of stress. The preparations, the expectations, possible family drama and the clean up: They can all lead to an overload that will suck the merry and bright right out of this time of year. Try these tips … Read More
Looking for a new take on holiday favorites? Watch LEAN’s Heather VacLav and Chef Leo Maurelli of Central show you how to make healthy (and tasty) updates to some classic dishes. Then, use Chef Leo’s recipes to create them in your own kitchen! Roasted Chicken 1 organic roasting chicken 2 cups EVOO Sea salt Cracked … Read More