The 2022 Xtreme Eating Awards
Are these eight items the worst in America? Heck no. Are they extreme-worthy? You bet. And if you're looking for lighter options, we've got some better bets.
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Spring & Summer Vegetables
Eat more vegetables! Giving advice is easy. Figuring out what to do is another thing entirely. In this installment of The Healthy Cook’s Kitchen series, chef Kate Sherwood works her veggie magic in dishes like Rainbow Carrot Salad, Roasted Ratatouille, and Zucchini “Butter.”