Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

I sometimes wonder why soup is such a comforting food. Maybe it’s because after you combine a few ingredients and put the soup on the stove to simmer, it softly bubbles along, taking responsibility ...

Celery – common, crunchy, low-calorie – is usually given a supporting role. The fluted vegetable is great for dipping, if you can stand its fibrous strands. Chopped or shaved stalks add crunch to all ...

Are you a single or partnered cook who’s constantly making far more food than you need? Do you find yourself throwing out bags of rotten greens? Are you frustrated by cookbooks that always serve four ...

When you buy fresh food that’s in season today, you reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which helps protect everyone’s food supply for tomorrow. A lot of energy is wasted trying to grow food in the wrong ...

Put the butter, celery and onion in a large pot over medium heat. Season lightly with salt and pepper and cook the vegetables slowly until they have begun to soften and release their juices, about 8 ...