More than 40% of the food in America ends up in a landfill.

Are your meals missing that “wow” factor? Whether it’s pesto on your pasta or caramel cream on your brownie sundae, adding a drizzle of savory or sweet sauce can be a simple solution to take your meals from good to great. As a registered dietitian and mom, I enjoy a good, flavorful sauce – and I love finding ways to make it just as nutritious as it is delicious. Want to know my secret? Check out these tips and tricks.

The last girls’ night I hosted, I made spicy shrimp tacos with a spicy mango slaw (as you can see, I love spice). Unfortunately, I discovered that a new friend’s tolerance for heat was not as high as the rest of the group’s. Luckily, I had a quick fix – I topped her tacos with a generous heap of cheese and sour cream. She was pleasantly surprised to learn that dairy counteracts spice, and wanted to understand the science.

This summer is shaping up to look very different than the typical summers from previous years. Staycations and day trips will likely be replacing road trips and international excursions. But no matter what your summer looks like, there’s no question your kids will still be looking for something delicious to snack on. Whether you’re planning a big family outing or just an afternoon trip to your local park, here are some healthy, on-the-go snack ideas for your next summer adventure.

If this summer has you longing for the great outdoors but feeling like you can’t quite get away, why not turn your backyard into a personal campsite? Get creative, add a touch of imagination, and you’ve got the perfect staycation.

Ice cream is a sweet treat that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: on a cone, in a bowl or even between two cookies. For all the dessert lovers, it’s especially delicious alongside a warm slice of cake or pie. Whichever way you prefer, you can always grab a pint at your nearest grocery or convenience store. But if you decide to make it yourself, you can take advantage of fresh, seasonal ingredients to create sustainably sourced scoops in your own home.

Growing up, my favorite part of summer was going to camp. Every year I would look forward to playing in the river, sleeping outside, cooking over a fire and spending time at one of my favorite places, the craft cabin. For many kids, this summer is unlike any other – with summer camps canceled and regular activities – like going to the pool – much harder (or impossible) to do. And many parents, like myself, are looking for things for my kiddo to do.

Tenderloin, filet mignon or simply filet – who doesn’t love a sizzling steak straight from the grill? But it can be a bit nerve-wracking when you’re the one preparing one of these gorgeous and expensive premium cuts of meat. Want to know what takes a steak from good to great? Two words: steak butter. 

The 2010s brought us some fun food trends that defined the decade: meal kits for every lifestyle, a serious sriracha obsession, avo-everything (avocado that is), gourmet InstaPot meals, and food so photogenic you can’t help but to snap a picture. It’s been a great decade, but we’re ready to leave some things behind (ahem, kale smoothies) as we look forward to what 2020 will bring.