Cooking Light

Find all the tasty inspiration you’ve been searching for! Go-to options for fast, healthy weeknight meals, fresh twists on your favorite comfort foods, showstopping dishes for entertaining, and so much more! Every issue of Cooking Light gives you step-by-step how-to’s for every dish, fullpage recipe photos (taken in our test kitchen!), ingredient swaps, and time-saving shortcuts. Frequency of all magazines subject to change without notice.

Cooking Light

Editor’s Letter

What Healthy Means Now

Nutrients to Fight Inflammation • Whether you have a chronic disease or aim to live an anti-inflammatory lifestyle, these compounds could help decrease harmful inflammation in the body.

Seed Oil Savvy • Learn the facts about the pros and cons of seed oils.

3 Ways to Use Broccolini • Long, slender stalks and tender florets make this broccoli cousin a great choice for crunchy slaws or quick sautés. Broccolini is also high in immune-boosting vitamin C.

Stock a Gut-Friendly Kitchen • Keep these foods in your pantry and fridge for meals that improve your microbiome.

Wake Ups • Start your day off right with small-bite breakfasts that won’t fill you up but still keep you fueled for the morning.

Snack Dinners • Snack plates. Girl dinners. No-cook meals. Whatever you call them, these protein-packed plates are perfect for an “assembly only” dinner.

Veggie Plates • Because fresh vegetables are full of fiber, small portions are big in terms of satisfaction and satiety.

Just a Slice • One slice of pizza, quiche, or tart—topped with a protein, veggies, and cheese—is all you need for a filling light meal.

Stick with Fish • When you prefer a small serving, you can rely on fish or shellfish to provide just the right amount of high-quality protein, plus plenty of heart- and brain-healthy nutrients.

Pick Your Protein • You only need a small amount of chicken, turkey, beef, or pork to meet your protein needs and satisfy your appetite.

Right-Size Salads • Not too big. Not too small. Just right, and accented with fresh veggies, cheeses, and meats.

One-Bite Desserts • These tiny treats are perfect for when you just need a little something sweet after a meal.

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