STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Do you march to the drummer of a different beet? I do. That’s why, when someone told me about brownies made from beets, I knew I’d have to try them. I didn’t realize that the ...

Beets are likely one of the last ingredients that come to mind when you think of brownies, but don’t run the other way just yet. The root vegetable lends natural sweetness and moisture to each fudgy ...

We’ve all heard of avocado brownies before, but what about beet brownies? Brownies are the OG of baked goods, but every once and a while it’s time to try a new recipe. Beet puree may be the perfect ...

Beets and chocolate might sound weird, but they make a happy couple in this recipe. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place peeled and quartered beets on a 10-by-10-inch square of foil. Bring foil over ...

It used to drive me crazy: I’d send my son off to school with a balanced, healthy lunch, but as often as not, the lunchbox came home with carrot sticks untouched. I tried hard to resist the urge to ...

A recent birthday visit to Zola restaurant—the traditional birthday dining room for the Foxes—brought to mind one of the all-time great beet vehicles: chef Deb Paquette's Beet and Heat salad. When I ...

Some ingredients aren't just for dinner. In fact, one in particular is redefining what dessert can do. This root vegetable has an earthy edge, a naturally deep hue, and just enough warmth to enrich ...

In a recent interview with Mr. Carlos Holmes at my university, I talk about my new book on Positive Parenting. Let me tell you a story. My wife, bless her intelligent and attractive soul, decided one ...