Green Plate Special: Trendy sugar substitute has many benefits, but one big drawback

Green plate special

Published
January 24, 2021

Green Plate Special: Trendy sugar substitute has many benefits, but one big drawback

Allulose is a healthy alternative to sugar but not good for the environment.
Published
January 10, 2021

At Panera, you can find out just how sustainable your meal is

The chain has joined a D.C.-based program that calculates the emissions caused in making each meal, with the hope of persuading diners to choose the menu option that helps fight climate change.
Published
January 3, 2021

Green Plate Special: Pare down a packed spice rack to these essentials

Chefs weigh in on the dozen spices to bring to a desert island.
Published
December 20, 2020

Green Plate Special: If 2 people and a ham spells eternity …

... then 4 people and a porterhouse is just right. It's holiday time, so don't stint on the porcini butter.
Published
December 13, 2020

Green Plate Special: Sear ye! Sear ye! Scallop season is here

For more than one reason, it's worth shelling out for Maine dayboat scallops.
Published
December 6, 2020

Water, flour and salt add up to Christmas ornaments that spell love

Or maybe crazy? Here's how to make your own salt-dough decorations.
Published
November 29, 2020

Green Plate Special: Upcycling is the new recycling

Food manufacturers across the United States are taking food waste and turning it into tasty food – and making re-use a selling point.
Published
November 22, 2020

The best bird for Thanksgiving 2020? We’ve got 2 words for you: Spatchcock and dry-brined

These techniques save time and oven energy.
Published
November 15, 2020

Green Plate Special: Turkey soup gets an elegant upgrade

Take a page from the French approach to potage.
Published
November 8, 2020

One bag of sugar (granulated) is all you need

With it, you can make your own brown, caster, confectioners' and other sugars, and eliminate unnecessary packaging.