5 min read
Serve over Comfort Food Mashed Potatoes, noodles, or biscuits. Ingredients: 1 pound skinned, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces salt and pepper 1/4 cup fat-free chicken broth 3/4 cup fat-free half & half
5 min read
For a change of pace, try this quick and yummy lunch. For a special occasion, serve with Pecan, Tart Apple, and Dried Cherry Salad. Ingredients: 2 whole wheat bagels, sliced in half and lightly toasted. 2 ounces brie cheese, thinly
5 min read
Dietary guidelines have changed and no longer define the exact amount of cholesterol allowed in a persons’ diet. (1) This can seem confusing when for years the message has been to cut foods high in cholesterol from your diet.
5 min read
The extra ginger added at the end gives these vegetables a fresh flavor. Better yet, you get an entire day’s requirement for vitamin C and three quarters of your daily need for beta carotene in this dish, antioxidants that protect
5 min read
For variety, use a combination of exotic mushrooms that are available at many supermarkets, such as shiitake, portabello, or crimini. Using fresh herbs instead of dried herbs enhances this soup’s earthy flavor. Ingredients: 2
5 min read
[Food Tip: Flan is the dessert of Spain and Latin America, although also a favorite in France, where it is called creme caramel. Flan is a stiff egg custard baked in a mold with caramel sauce on the bottom. When served, it is turned
5 min read
This cake is incredibly moist with lots of lemony flavor, yet low in fat and calories. It’s also quick and easy to prepare. Ingredients: cooking spray 1 (1 pound, 2.25 ounce) box reduced-fat lemon cake mix 1 1/4 cups water 1/3
5 min read
[Food Tip: A custard-like dessert with French origins, clafouti is a simple dessert that combines an easy batter with fresh fruit. ] Traditionally resembling a thin pancake, this low-fat version of the original is a deep-dish version
5 min read
This elegant, low-fat dessert is perfect for special occasions. You can cover pears and sauce separately and refrigerate for up to two days. In this case, serve pears cold, but reheat sauce for one minute in the microwave. Ingredients:
5 min read
Experiment with various types of mushrooms for this quick-fix side dish, just about any mushroom will taste great. These peas go especially well with Braised Chicken Parmesan. Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen petite peas 1/3
5 min read
Serve this chutney with an entree, cold as a party dip, as a spread for sandwiches, or on crostini. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 shallots, minced 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/3
5 min read
This snack is great for after-school hungry kids. Other nut butters, such as cashew, almond, and hazelnut, are alternatives to peanut butter. Ingredients: 4 salt-free rice cakes (Quaker brand is tasty) 8 teaspoons low-fat peanut
5 min read
[Mood Tip: In a study from Tufts University in Boston, researchers found dried plums had twice the antioxidant activity of any other fruit or vegetable studied. An antioxidant-rich diet helps prevent memory loss.] These multi-grain
5 min read
If you can imagine tomatoes as candy, then this is it!. Preparation time is minimal, then roast these tomatoes long and low for the most delicious accompaniment to any fish or chicken dish. Leftovers can be used for the appetizer
5 min read
[Food Tip: Looking for other ways to use up those garden tomatoes? Here are a few solutions: 1) Slice tomatoes and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt; 2) make a sandwich with tomato slices, turkey bacon, arugula, and
Account Login