Elevate this comfort food classic with tips from a professional chef. Is there anything cozier than a hot, flaky chicken pot pie for dinner? Nashville chef Star Maye is a U.S. Navy veteran with 20 years of experience in the cooking game. Photo: bhofack2/Getty Images Lean on Lard Chef Star’s go-to pie crust ingredient? “As a Southerner, for me, it’s lard!” When used in a pie crust, lard yields a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture....

Coffee isn’t the only pick-me-up in town. But you should keep a few guidelines in mind tochoose your energy boostwisely. “The extras likely aren’t providing any benefit.” Photo:Iuliia Bondar/Getty Images But only two of those are likely responsible for an energy drink’s pick-me-up properties. Gentile herself would not recommend indulging in these energy drinks. Nutritionist-Approved Energy-Boosting Drinks Water Sometimes, all you need is a big glass of water. “Slight dehydration could contribute to mental fatigue,” Gentile says....

Less space equals more room for creativity. A few throw pillows can bring warmth and coziness to any room, Ritschl says. Just double-check that the covers are removable! Photo:La Bicicleta Vermella/Getty Images Try “Scentscaping” “Scentscaping” refers to the power of agood-smelling room. Tap into the power of your sense of smell. Although these are small changes, Ritschl says they can have a big impact on your overall environment. Look for prints that follow a fall-inspired color palette to add an extra touch of coziness....

Who said outerwear has to be boring? And with the change in seasons comes the obligatory wardrobe swap, trading tanks for cardigans and sandals forboots. Nows also the time to incorporate a great fall jacket (or two) into your rotation. Photo:Kate Green/Getty Images Its not about just wearing something overly large and calling it a day. Its also a trend that is surprisingly put-together. Not totally comfortable wearing something extra large?...

Barrel jeans are back, baby. To that point, it can definitely be tricky to keep up with the latest denim trends. (Are skinny jeans out, or did they come back in?) Photo:Tal Rubin/Getty Images In the mid to late 2010s, no one would leave the house without a pair of skinny jeans. Just a few years later there was an immediate pivot to baggier styles." Its enough to make anyones head spin....

Keep your garden blooming as the weather starts to cool down. Brian Hagiwara/Getty Images The transition from summer to colder weather can be rough. However, as the autumnal breeze creeps in, we can still enjoy some fall flowers. Photo:Brian Hagiwara/Getty Images Here are some fall flowers that can brighten up your dayand the outside of your home. Yarrow Catherine McQueen/Getty Images Yarrow is awildflowernative to California and found throughout North America....

Artichokes are packed with important nutrients. Getty Images Did you know that when you eat artichokes, youre eating flower buds that haven’t bloomed? Artichokes are pinecone-shaped vegetables that are in season in spring and fall. Photo:Getty Images Nutrition experts list the unique benefits of artichokes, and why theyre such a healthy veggie. Top Benefits of Artichokes They’re full of fiber. This means that its easily broken down andused by the good gut bacteria as a food source....

Give your garden a boost with these common kitchen leftovers. Here, gardening and composting experts offer tips on the best foods to add to your garden. Eggshells Eggshellsare a common food item you could toss in your garden. Photo:Kateryna_Mostova / Getty Images To add eggshells to your garden, crush up the shells and sprinkle them over the soil. you could also use rinsed eggshells as small planters for seeds and seedlings....

Relieve gas with these nutritious foods. Why Are We So Gassy? So how do you prevent an excess of gas? Evgeniya Pavlova/Getty Images It all starts with increasing your cellular energy production. Evgeniya Pavlova/Getty Images Whos Most Affected by Gas? Everyone experiences gas, but not in the same way. It all starts with curbing our intake of gas-producing foods, especially for vulnerable individuals. Some gas-producing foods may need to be limited or avoided, Mercola says....

Don’t go to bed with an upset stomach. Before we jump in, its important to note thathealthy foodisn’t always easy to source. As a result, they eat what they can find, all too often in a state of anxiety. Photo:Carlo A/Getty Images How Does Gut Health Relate to Digestion? Believe it or not, ourgut healthis intimately linked with our ability to digest food. What Happens to Our Body When We Go to Bed Full?...

Get ready for capers, hemp seeds, and more. Westend61/Getty Images New year, newfood trends! Heres a bit of what it’s possible for you to expect to see ongrocery store shelvesthis year. Photo:Westend61/Getty Images Expect to see items such as KrogersCheese & Uncured Bacon Egg Bitesa Starbucks egg bite dupeand more. As you may have guessed, both items are excellent sources of protein. Pepper Palette Get ready, peppers, 2025 is your year to shine!...

Plus, more stainless steel cooking mistakes. Stainless steel skilletsare versatile workhorses that grace the kitchens of home cooks and professional chefs alike. With their sleek appearance and durable construction, these pans can handle a wide range of culinary tasks. Uncle Podger/Getty Images However,stainless steel cookwareis not without its quirks and limitations. Its also possible forstainless steel to leach nickel and chromium, depending on the state of the skillet. Its better to use non-reactive cookware, like enameled, cast-iron, or nonstick pans, for tomato-based sauces....

Frozen foods don’t last forever. Before we know it, weve accumulated a time capsule of freezer-burnt foods from months or even years past. While freezing can extend the shelf life of many foods, not everything stays fresh indefinitely. Photo:Shawna Lemay/Getty Images They may also degrade in flavor and nutritional value after prolonged freezing. In most cases, you’ll want to toss any frozen leafy greens after three to six months. Additionally, Scherer recommends blanching leafy greens before freezing to preserve color, flavor, and nutrients....