Go ahead and laugh—carrot hot dogs sound a little ridiculous. As in, “why mess with a classic BBQ fave, when everyone knows hot dogs are supposed to be made out of meat, and definitely aren’t supposed to be ultra nutritious?” But keep an open mind, take a bite, and you may just find these land squarely in your recipe rotation. …

Eggs I’m sure you know by now that eggs are a great source of protein (6.5 grams of protein in one medium egg!). But, did you know that eggs are also loaded with a bunch of necessary vitamins and minerals to boost energy and immunity? When you eat some eggs, you’re also fueling up your …

Fresh raspberries, meringues, mascarpone cheese and whipped cream are layered to create this light treat. This month, we’re serving up a fresh mix of sweet flavours in a scrumptious layered dessert that appeals to the epicurean in all of us. The best part? This simple trifle can be customized to add more or less (and …

This article originally appeared on Food & Wine. Wine has long been purported to cure what ails you. It’s good for your heart and lowers your risk of getting colon cancer. When you drink it before bed, it can help you lose weight. It might even delay the onset of diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. But while usually we think of alcohol …

This article originally appeared on popsci.com Your bartender was right, according to a study released today in the journal Scientific Reports. When it comes to whiskey, a touch of dilution improves the solution. Diluting your whiskey with water makes it more flavorful, especially if it’s Scotch. The reason is guaiacol, an aromatic oil that gives the liquor its signature smoky flavor. Guaiacol …