Follow some simple swaps to slash fat and calories:
1. Turkey is a lean protein so you can indulge guilt free but limit the skin - this is where the majority of the saturated fat is and have only a spoon or two of gravy.
2. Instead of sweet potato casserole, try thickly sliced baked sweet potatoes, brushed with butter and sprinkled with cinnamon.
3. Instead of green bean casserole, try roasted vegetables.
4. If making traditional meat stuffing, you can use 93% lean ground beef and chicken sausage instead of pork sausage to add extra flavor. Meat stuffing is a better alternative to cornbread stuffing.
5. Try a salad instead of bread to complement the meal. Dress with a good quality balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
6. One spoon is enough to satisfy your craving for the cream and cheese based dishes.
7. Try a little of everything but go for small portions.
8. Don't go to the dinner table hungry. Eat a sensible breakfast and eat a sensible snack every three to four hours.
9. Skip the pecan pie and opt for a small slice of pumpkin pie and save about half the calories.
10. Don't waste calories by picking on everyday food right before the meal. You can have crackers, cheese, and dips anytime!
1 comment:
#10 and #5 are my weaknesses. I love bread and cheese! But, like you said, I just need to remind myself that I can have that stuff any time. Thanks for the post :)
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