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Search for recipes by browsing through the INDEX below, or by typing keywords or ingredients into the search box. BREADS - Choose breads made from whole grains.
EGGS - Unless you are on a restricted diet, eggs make a healthy and light meal on occasion. They are a good substitute for meat.
PASTA - I love pasta and will never exclude it from my diet. However, I don't make it as often as I used to and I usually use multigrain or whole grain varieties. I also choose light and healthy sauces, except for an occasional splurge. All of the recipes below may be made with less oil or butter. See the individual notes for other reductions. PIZZA - If you are used to takeout pizzas, you should know they are not very light or healthy. Most are loaded with cheese, meats and grease. However, pizza can be a very light and healthy one-dish meal. Check out the recipes below and judge for yourself.
POULTRY - As with meats, the healthiest way to prepare poultry is grilled or roasted. When roasting, place the poultry on a rack so that the fats drip down. If you really want to reduce the fat in the recipes below, remove the skin before or after cooking.
SALADS - For the most part, the only thing that makes a salad unhealthy is the dressing. Stay away from creamy dressings that use mayonnaise or cream, or use low-fat varieties in lesser amounts. Limit the amount of oil. Croutons can be baked instead of fried. If adding cheese or meat, cut down on the amount.
SEAFOOD - Seafood is a great way to eat healthy and light. Choose white-fleshed fish for the lowest fat content, although some of the fattier fish, such as salmon, are very healthy and beneficial. Limit the butter and sauces. A little goes a long way. Add lemon for extra flavor. Save fried fish for an occasional treat. SOUPS and STEWS - I can't say enough about the goodness of soup. It is without a doubt one of the best ways to get the nutrition needed without adding unnecessary fat or calories. Cream soups can easily be prepared without the cream if the contents are pureed until smooth. You can reduce or eliminate the meats used for flavor and add extra herbs, onions or garlic. Homemade stocks can be defatted and low-fat/low-sodium varieties are available in the stores. With the addition of vegetables, pasta, grains and/or beans, you have a hearty and healthy one-dish meal. I believe the soups below are healthy in their original version. However, I have made notations for those who want even less fat.
VEGETABLES - The healthiest ways to eat vegetables are raw, steamed, grilled or roasted. However, no matter what method you use, limit the butter, oils and sauces and eat lots.
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