This Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a classic sweet-and-salty dessert made with a buttery pretzel crust, cream cheese filling, and strawberry Jello topping. The post Strawberry Pretzel Salad appeared first on Budget Bytes. This Strawberry Pretzel Salad instantly takes me back to summers at my grandma’s house. It always showed up at family gatherings, and I…

Trust your doctor, not a chatbot. That’s the stark lesson from a world-first study that demonstrates why we shouldn’t be taking health advice generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Chatbots like ChatGPT can easily be programmed to deliver false medical and health information, according to an international team of researchers who have exposed some concerning weaknesses…

Chinese fermented foods have a rich history stretching back thousands of years, forming a core part of traditional diets and medicine. Staples like doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), douchi (fermented black soybeans), jiang (soy sauce-type pastes), fermented tofu, pickled vegetables, and rice wines such as Shaoxing wine are not only prized for their deep umami…

With a growing number of people who suffer from gut issues and gluten intolerance, there is a a promising new therapy from Cedars-Sinai researchers is offering hope to people living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis—two painful, chronic gut conditions that affect millions worldwide. The treatment, when commercially available, may be able to stop Crohn’s…

This unique Chocolate Depression Cake recipe, popularized during the great depression, is rich and chocolatey without the using any eggs, butter, or milk! The post Chocolate Depression Cake (egg-free, dairy-free) appeared first on Budget Bytes. Since a lot of us are trying to cut our grocery bills where possible, I thought there was no better…

This bright and easy Beet Salad is made with canned beets, oranges, feta, fresh mint, and a simple homemade dressing. Quick and delicious! The post Beet Salad appeared first on Budget Bytes. Beets are in my top 5 favorite vegetables, for SURE. They’re sweet yet earthy and visually stunning. They can be enjoyed 100 different…

This easy Air Fryer Zucchini recipe makes crispy and golden zucchini spears with simple ingredients. A quick, healthy side dish or snack! The post Air Fryer Zucchini appeared first on Budget Bytes. In my opinion, there’s truly no comparison when it comes to aromatic in-season zucchini and wrapped-in-plastic off-season zucchini. The earthy aroma is one…

This homemade Bloody Mary Mix recipe uses canned tomato juice and pantry staples for a bold, tangy drink that’s easy to customize and perfect for brunch. The post Bloody Mary Mix Recipe appeared first on Budget Bytes. Lasagna has always held a special place in my heart. But as much as I love a slow-cooked,…

This easy and festive Red, White, and Blue Trifle is made with vanilla cake, whipped cheesecake filling, fresh berries, and homemade blueberry sauce. The post Red, White and Blue Trifle appeared first on Budget Bytes. Lasagna has always held a special place in my heart. But as much as I love a slow-cooked, oven-baked version,…

This mushroom alla vodka Stovetop Lasagna is a one-pan vegetarian pasta that’s creamy, comforting, and easy to make with simple ingredients! The post Stovetop Lasagna appeared first on Budget Bytes. Lasagna has always held a special place in my heart. But as much as I love a slow-cooked, oven-baked version, sometimes I just need a…