Thanksgiving-- Happy Belly, Healthy Body

  Traditionally the holidays are a time for kicking back and gaining a few pounds.  But there IS an easy way to feast without the fat.  You can find a ton of tasty meals that will leave you craving for more in the many cook books available here in the Library.
  Try something a little different this year, something delicious that won't leave you feeling guilty.
You might not be able to give up Grandma's baked Macaroni and Cheese or deep fried turkey, but it's a good idea to add one or two dishes to give yourself some variety, and maybe to start a few traditions of your own.
  If you're not looking to add any recipes of your own, there are also a few easy substitutions you can add to your cooking to reduce fat, cholesterol, and maybe even sneak in some vitamins. :)

•   Instead of white or powdered sugar, try using honey, brown sugar, applesauce, or molases.
•   Use whole wheat all-purpose flour instead of white.
•   Substitute brown rice for white.
•   Try a variety of beans instead of just one type, like kidney, white, and black.
•   Olive oil for cooking instead of butter.
•   Find some whole wheat pasta to replace regular pasta.
•   Ground turkey is a tasty substitute for beef, or go half and half for real flavor.

  You can find all kinds of cook books in the 640 section of the UCC library, from healthy to international cooking.  Here are just a few featuring delicious and nutritious recipes.


If you're looking for something traditional without all the calories...

 

Healthy Homestyle Cooking, by Evelyn Tribole, M.S.  (641.5638 T)

Here you can find all kinds of hearty soups, like Cream of Broccoli pg. 158, Cheesy Potato Soup pg. 161, Split Pea Soup pg. 163, and many other recipes from Twice Baked Potatoes to pasta...you're bound to find something you'll love.

Techniques of Healthy Cooking:

The Culinary Institutes of America

(641.563 T)

Featuring a few more out-of-the-box ideas, this one contains some delicious vegetable dishes like Grilled Chicken and Pecan Salad pg. 219, Warm Potato Salad pg. 255, Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Glaze pg. 367, Roasted Corn and Black Beans pg. 368, and Artichokes and Mushrooms in White Wine Sauce pg. 372.

  There's no need to sweat it on the more exotic ingredients either.  Always remember that in cooking, you can make substitutions and have a little fun while doing it.  Don't be afraid to experiment a little!

  The Food Matters Cook Book
              Mark Bittman
                  (641.5 B)

   This cook book features relatively simple recipes, and some great ones for baking like Spicy Carrot Cake pg. 558, Baked Pumpkin-Orange Custard pg. 574, and Apple Fritters pg. 581.  For all you sweet teeth.

Some more that may catch your eye...

More Vegetables, Please  by Janet Fletcher (641.65 F)

The New Moosewood Cookbook, by Mollie Katzen (641.5636 K)

Eating Well: One Pot Meals, by Jessie Price and the Eating Well Kitchen (641.82 P)

Happy Thanksgiving from the UCC Library!