One-Skillet Huevos
This riff on Huevos Rancheros makes good use of brain-healthy pantry staples (like beans, nut milk and salsa), cooks up in under 20 minutes, and comes together in one skillet.
This riff on Huevos Rancheros makes good use of brain-healthy pantry staples (like beans, nut milk and salsa), cooks up in under 20 minutes, and comes together in one skillet.
Think of this recipe for weeknight pasta e fagioli as a template for a nourishing one-pot meal. My version packs in a long list of brain-healthy foods that you probably already have in your pantry, and uses shortcuts that cut down on prep time but don’t sacrifice nutrition or taste.
This summery Italian classic caprese salad gets upgraded to a satisfying, cold-weather meal with the brain-friendly addition of avocado and shrimp.
This modern take on the classic Waldorf salad keeps the brain healthy superstar ingredients of apple, currants, and walnuts, all dressed in a lighter maple balsamic dressing. Roasted Brussel sprouts give the salad substance and staying power.
This rustic pasta dish from Tuscany features whole grain pasta, squash cooked two ways, and a satisfying sprinkle of black and white sesame seeds.
Can soy foods be part of a brain-healthy diet? This hearty miso soup, made with fermented miso paste, is what dementia-free centenarians In Okinawa, Japan sip on for breakfast. It’s easy to make at home with a few key ingredients.
This veggie tagine is inspired by Paula Wolfert, the culinary legend who introduced Mediterranean food to America. Wolfert has Alzheimer’s disease, and is actively fighting the progression of the disease with a brain healthy lifestyle.
This lightened-up version of my family’s Sicilian-American classic dish is packed with leafy greens and a lemony cashew ricotta.
I set out to make a brain healthier version of my favorite homestyle creamy polenta. With each healthful ingredient swap I made, the polenta became just as creamy an even more flavorful.
Are you ready for a fresh take on kale salad? This warm salad is bright and satisfying, with crunchy pistachios, tart blackberries, and delicate edible flowers. Bonus: Each ingredient helps combat the effects of aging on the brain.