Rice pudding makes great comfort food, but the traditional recipe is made with cream and milk. Since vegans choose to eliminate dairy from their diet, they end up missing out on a great dessert! However, there is a way to make a delicious pudding ... more »
If you love the flavor of Teriyaki, but don’t eat meat, try my delicious Vegetarian Chicken Teriyaki Wraps. This recipe makes 2- 4 wraps depending on how big you make them. If you want to cut out either calories or gluten, you can skip the wrap, ... more »
It's really a misconception that Thanksgiving is a day to gain pounds and pounds. Turkey is low-fat - and many of the accompanying dishes can be, too... more »
Reducing fat in your diet doesn't mean you will face a life of tasteless dry meals and fat-free cookie boxes in your cupboards. Whether you need to lose weight or just trim the fat, the following steps will help you achieve your dietary goals... more »
Hearty, warm soups have warmed our souls since ancient times. Thickening our soups requires a fattening roux composed of equal parts of butter or oil and flour cooked over medium heat. Or, one can use a cornstarch slurry of equal parts water ... more »
Although your favorite recipe may be delicious, it may also be full of fat. Turn high-fat dishes into healthy, low-fat delicacies by remembering a few simple substitutions... more »
Soy-based foods, such as tofu, tempeh, TVP, soy nuts and soy milk, contain protein and nifty chemicals called isoflavones. These help prevent heart disease; osteoporosis; and breast, ovarian and prostate cancers. Soy foods can also reduce ... more »
Even though you cannot change the ingredients of cake mix you buy in a store, you can follow these steps to turn the mix into a low-fat, delicious cake... more »
Believe it or not, this beef stew is low in fat. Serve with some crusty bread to help soak up the juices. Makes 9 cups, enough for 6 main-dish servings... more »
Stuffed with random kitchen leftovers for centuries, the humble cabbage roll has never tried to hide its peasant origins, even when disgraced in our mother’s slapdash cabbage roll casseroles. But now, at last, a dazzling (and healthy!) new ... more »
Whipped topping adds sweetness and appeal to many desserts. However, heavy cream adds cholesterol and many commercial whipped toppings are laden with trans fats and preservatives. This recipe contains canned evaporated milk and is chilled before ... more »
Baked ziti is an Italian favorite that most everyone enjoys. Who wouldn't love rich pasta baked with cheese until golden brown? Though baked ziti is traditionally high in fat and carbohydrates, for those on a diet, there is no need to sacrifice a ... more »
Making this soft cheese is so easy and fun! It is a great idea for holiday parties as your guests can feel free to indulge a little since it is fat-free! The only thing you will need to do is plan ahead as this takes at least 8 hours - ... more »
Alfredo sauce is known for its thick creamy texture and Parmesan cheese taste. It's also known for its extremely high fat content. This low fat version of alfredo sauce offers the same texture and taste without the guilt of excessive fat grams. ... more »
Are you looking for ideas for quick ready-prepared breakfast? What about a healthy snack for when time is running short? Here is a simple way to make your own cereal bar at a fraction of the cost of store-bought bars... more »
This is a delicious side dish or main dish for vegetarians. Roasting intensifies the delicate flavor of asparagus; it's best done with larger stems. Serves two as a main dish, four to six as a side dish... more »
Lasagna is yummy, but it can be a bit unhealthy. Here's a delicious recipe that uses spinach (yay for iron) and turkey (the leaner ground meat) for a healthier version of a classic Italian meal... more »
This is a light, tasty meal that only takes about 20 minutes (give or take). One of the ingredients,broccoli,is rich in sulphorophane, a substance that researchers say will boost the effectiveness of cancer-fighting enzymes (The tomatoes and ... more »
When you're looking at the price of salmon steaks, broiling one for the first time may seem daunting, but once you learn a few basics it's as easy as 1-2-3!.. more »
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