Low Fat

Question: Low Fat???? Do low fat diets work? Has it worked for anyone?

Answer: Any diets work if you eat less calories than you expend. With any diet, low carb, low fat, low sugar - they all have to be mindful of calories. So its best to go for a low calorie diet and just eat what you want. Probably a 1200 (lowest you can "safely" go) to 1500 calorie diet would work best.

Question: Can I use low-fat spread and skimmed milk and low-fat cheese to make a successful roux sauce? For a school project, we have to cook a dish two times, showing a significantly lowered fat content the second time around. Is it possible to cook a roux sauce using the above ingredients, or will it fail miserably? (Obviously I will include the flour as well, but being no low-fat version of this it will be the same both times). Any comments or advice welcome.

Answer: it will totally work i make it this way at least twice a week and its fine and even more my family love it and have noticed no difference lol x

Question: Does low-fat cottage cheese taste just as good as regular? I just noticed that my container of cottage cheese says 4% milk fat! Wow, I need to buy low fat, but wonder about the taste. And could I use low fat kind in lasagna?

Answer: Honestly I stick with the 2% cottage cheese singles from Market Basket. (if you have that near you) I typically drink 1% milk because of fat content plus I just like it better... regardless the 2% cottage cheese is the bomb. It costs less and is better for your health. For real I'm not a health nut I go by taste and this is the best.

Question: Can I substitue low-fat flour tortillas for pie crust? Do you have a recipe or best method to use low-fat flour tortillas instead of regular pie crust? I'd like to make a sugar-free, low-fat applie pie or apple cobbler.

Answer: Yes, you can use tortillas. Just soften them over heat before putting them in the pan. You could try sugar-free graham crackers, held together with sugar-free jam that has been heated in a microwave.

Question: What are your low-fat favorites at different fast food restaurants? I'm a full time worker and student always on the run. I was wondering what some of your favorite low-fat/healthy choices are at different restaurants like Wendys, Taco Bell, etc. are. I know fast food can be just horrible, but sometimes you just gotta do it! Something besides salads with low fat dressing or Subway please. And I know that the salads can be lethal unless you choose the right toppings!

Answer: I love Wendy's Grilled chicken sandwich with no mayo. Also their baked potato (don't use too much butter or sour cream) and their chili are both good options too. Taco Bell's fresco menu usually has good choices (at least better than most options). My main technique is to get a chicken sandwich of some sort without mayo or cheese and skip the fries. it seems to work okay for me.

Question: What is a low fat choice when eating in an indian restaurant? I'm on a low fat diet and am having a christmas meal tonight in an indian restaurant. I want to pick a curry that is low in fat, or more to the point, not as high as some of the other choices like Kormas. Thanks.

Answer: Maybe chichen biryani... but dont take that to heart because I know indian food is rather unhealthy. (18% daily value of fat) You can use this site to compare it to other options if you want: http://www.peertrainer.com/DFcaloriecounterB.aspx?id=26731

Question: What are some good low-fat, low-carb, and low-sugar dinner recipes? I am making dinner for my parents and boyfriend tomorrow night. I need a low calorie meal. What are some good recipes for a low-fat healthy meal that taste great and are completely satasfying? Thanks for your time! Oh I forgot to mention...a healthy low fat THREE COURSE MEAL. Appetite, Dinner, and Desert. appetizer*

Answer: Strawberry Sorbet Recipe Rating: Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 7 hr 45 min Makes: 10 servings, 1/2 cup each Nutrition Information Kraft Kitchens Tips Ratings and comments You may also enjoy 2 cups chopped strawberries 1 cup cold water 2 cups boiling water 1 pkg. (4-serving size) JELL-O Brand Strawberry Flavor Gelatin 1/2 cup sugar PLACE strawberries and cold water in blender container; cover. Blend on high speed until smooth. STIR boiling water into combined dry gelatin mix and sugar in medium bowl at least 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Add strawberry mixture; mix well. Pour into 9-inch square pan. Freeze 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until ice crystals form 1 inch around edges of pan. SPOON half of the gelatin mixture into blender container; cover. Blend on high speed about 30 seconds or until smooth; pour into bowl. Repeat with remaining gelatin mixture. Add to blended gelatin mixture in bowl; mix well. Return to pan. FREEZE 6 hours or overnight until firm. Scoop into dessert dishes to serve. Store leftover sorbet in freezer. KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS Special Extra Garnish with 2 Tbsp. thawed COOL WHIP LITE Whipped Topping and sliced fresh strawberries just before serving. NUTRITION INFORMATION Nutrition Bonus: Plan a treat into your day and enjoy a serving of this fruit sorbet. The strawberries are rich in vitamin C. Diet Exchange: 1 Carbohydrate Nutrition (per serving) Calories 80 Total fat 0g Saturated fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 40mg Carbohydrate 20g Dietary fiber 1g Sugars 19g Protein 1g Vitamin A 0%DV Vitamin C 30%DV Calcium 0%DV Iron 0%DV RATINGS AND COMMENTS view all comments rate this recipe digi5 on 12/15/2004 it was very nice bailey220 on 11/2/2004 Very good!! Although the sides get pretty tough and hard to peel out of the pan!! Blend it a couple more times to prevent that!! Yummy Yummy Yummy grilled chicken with savory summer vegetables Recipe Rating: Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 30 min Makes: 4 servings Nutrition Information Kraft Kitchens Tips Ratings and comments You may also enjoy 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 lb.) 1/4 cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing, divided 1 zucchini, cut into chunks 1 red pepper, cut into chunks 1 cup chopped asparagus 1/2 of a red onion, cut into chunks PREHEAT grill to medium-high heat. Brush chicken with 2 Tbsp. of the dressing. Let stand 10 min. MEANWHILE, poke holes in bottom of disposable aluminum foil pan. Toss vegetables with remaining 2 Tbsp. dressing. Place in prepared pan. GRILL 20 min. or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are crisp-tender. KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS Use Your Grill Basket Omit foil pan. Place vegetable mixture in grill basket. Grill as directed, shaking basket often. Creative Leftovers Toss leftovers with hot cooked pasta for a quick Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Pasta. Creative Leftovers Easy Cleanup NUTRITION INFORMATION Nutrition Bonus: Fire up the grill and enjoy this low calorie, low-fat dish. It's rich in vitamin C from the red pepper and the asparagus and red pepper team up to provide vitamin A. Diet Exchange: 1 Vegetable,4 Meat (VL),1 Fat Nutrition (per serving) Calories 200 Total fat 6g Saturated fat 1g Cholesterol 75mg Sodium 240mg Carbohydrate 8g Dietary fiber 2g Sugars 5g Protein 29g Vitamin A 25%DV Vitamin C 60%DV Calcium 4%DV Iron 10%DV RATINGS AND COMMENTS view all comments rate this recipe tfeffer06 on 7/26/2007 My husband and I loved this dish. It is perfect for a dinner when the weather is so hot outside. Next time we make it, I plan to add onions. I also used a roasted red pepper Italian salad dressing since I couldn't find the one the recipe called for. It turned out great! whitvb8 on 7/17/2007 STOVE TOP® Skillet Fritters Recipe Rating: Prep Time: 5 min Total Time: 17 min Makes: 14 servings, 1 fritter each Nutrition Information Kraft Kitchens Tips Ratings and comments 1-1/2 cups STOVE TOP Cornbread Stuffing Mix in the Canister 1/2 cup flour 1 can (8 oz.) cream-style corn 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies, undrained 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 Tbsp. oil MIX all ingedients except oil until well blended. Let stand about 3 minutes. HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 2 minutes. DROP tablespoonfuls of batter into skillet. Cook 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown on both sides. KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS Jazz It Up Serve with TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa. NUTRITION INFORMATION Nutrition Bonus: Enjoy this low-fat tasty appetizer at your next party. As a bonus, the green chilies provide a good source of vitamin C. Diet Exchange: 1 Starch Nutrition (per serving) Calories 80 Total fat 1.5g Saturated fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 350mg Carbohydrate 16g Dietary fiber 1g Sugars 3g Protein 2g Vitamin A 0%DV Vitamin C 10%DV Calcium 0%DV Iron 0%DV RATINGS AND COMMENTS view all comments rate this recipe

Question: How do I eat low fat and still eat appetizing foods? Next week I am scheduled to have my gallbladder and appendex taking out because of severe complications I am currently having. The doctor has already placed me on a low fat diet (25-35 grams of fat per day), and I am COMPLETELY not used to this way of life. I'm all about meat... potatoes... butter... and lots of grease. I enjoy lots of spice, as well. I already know with my gallbladder out I will need to be close to a bathroom after a more-than-bland meal. But my question is... where can I find tasty recipies that will satisfy my fatty cravings yet ultimately be low-fat? How do I turn my already-perfect recipies to be easier on the fat? Generally---how should I go about decreasing my daily fat intake?

Answer: here's some resources for you. each one has TONS of recipes. it's not that hard. you just eat food with a lot of flavor, and use a lot of natural flavor enhancers like herbs and spices. good luck! Low Fat Recipes http://www.low-fat-recipes.com/ About: Low Fat Cooking http://lowfatcooking.about.com/ Low fat Lifestyle: http://www.lowfatlifestyle.com/ FAT FREE: The Low Fat Vegetarian Recipe Archive: http://www.fatfree.com/ Better Recipes Low-Fat Recipes: http://lowfat.betterrecipes.com/

Question: What are good low fat recipes for boneless skinless chicken breasts? I'm looking for some tasty low fat boneless skinless chicken dinners that I can make, anybody got any?

Answer: I make this a lot, and we love it! LOW FAT HONEY GLAZED CHICKEN STRIPS 3 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts cut in strips 1/2 c. light soy sauce 1/2 c. honey 2 tbsp. Olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated 1-2 tbsp. sesame seeds (opt.), for garnish Combine soy sauce, honey, oil, garlic and ginger. Place marinade with chicken in a food storage bag placed in a low bowl. Close bag and refrigerate for several hours or overnight, turning the bag occasionally so all the pieces are covered by the marinade. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a jelly roll pan or shallow baking pan with foil. Remove chicken pieces from marinade and place on foil. Discard marinade. Bake for 25 minutes. Turn chicken pieces over and increase oven temperature to 400 degrees. Continue to bake for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken is done. Remove to a plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. When I fix this chicken I also make potato wedges in the oven as well as some garlic bread. BAKED POTATO WEDGES 2 teaspoons olive oil 5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges 1/2 cup melted butter 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs Directions...(I cook these the exact same times and temps as the chicken and it turns out perfect!) 1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with the olive oil. 2.Brush potato wedges with butter, and roll in bread crumbs. Place wedges on prepared baking sheet. 3.Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and turn wedges; cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender. Add a green salad and enjoy!

Question: What are some healthy low fat- low carb breakfast, lunch, and dinner plans I should try? I am going shopping today and need to buy some stuff. What are some good healthy, low fat and low carb meal plans. I am basically looking for something healthy. I already plan on buying chicken breasts, eggs. What are some good ideas? What did you eat to get your six-pack and lose fat?

Answer: This is delicious and easy! Pick the section you want! http://food.yahoo.com/everyday/dinner/ For example: http://food.yahoo.com/everyday/dinner/healthy-meals

Question: Does anyone know a good low-fat substitute for creme fraiche? I'm on a the Weight Watchers plan at the minute and made a chicken and mushroom stroganoff with Somerfield low fat creme-fraiche and it was delicious, but it seems that creme-fraiche is quite high in points. I tried a natural yoghurt but it split and tasted horrible. Does anyone know a low point alternative?

Answer: try low fat soy cream, although I dont know if you can get it outside Japan, but in general its healthy, and the taste is only a little different

Question: What is a low fat, low carb meal using hamburger? I started lowering my carbs yesterday, and have hamburger de-thawing right now. Does anyone make something low fat, low carb that is tasty, and would share the recipe? Thank you!

Answer: A delicious beef and cabbage casserole with tomatoes. INGREDIENTS: 1 to 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 head cabbage, about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds 3/4 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese PREPARATION: Directions for cabbage casserole with ground beef In large skillet, cook ground beef, chopped onion, and chopped green pepper until meat is no longer pink; drain off fat. Stir in tomatoes, salt, and garlic powder. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Cut cabbage into 6 wedges. Cook cabbage in a small amount of boiling salted water, covered, for about 10 minutes and drain well. Arrange cabbage wedges in a lightly buttered 9-inch square baking dish. Pour ground beef mixture over and around the cabbage wedges. Bake cabbage casserole, uncovered, at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over cabbage casserole and bake about 5 minutes longer.

Question: Looking for good tasting low fat low calorie Pecan pie, can I buy one, or should I make one Recipes/ wher 2 bu Where could I buy a low fat, low calorie pecan pie, or where is a great tasting recipe. It's got to be good tasting with low calories. Thank You!

Answer: Pecan Pie Squares Low Calorie Recipe Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/2 cups plus 6-tablespoons sugar, divided 3/4 cup butter or margarine 3/4 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 cups light corn syrup Four eggs, lightly beaten 3 tablespoons melted butter or margarine 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2-1/2 cups chopped pecans Directions: Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Combine the flour, 6-tablespoons of sugar, 3/4-cup butter and salt in a medium mixer bowl. Beat at medium speed until crumbly. Press over the bottom of a greased 10 x 15-inch baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Combine the remaining 1-1/2 cups sugar, corn syrup, eggs, 3-tablespoons melted butter and vanilla in a medium mixer bowl. Beat at medium speed until blended. Stir in the pecans. Spread evenly over the baked layer. Bake for 25 minutes longer or until set. Cool in the pan on a wire rack. Cut into 1-1/2-inch squares. Recipe makes 70 squares. Nutrition information per square: Calories: 114 Fat: 6g Sodium: 62g it's really really good, and low in calories

Question: What is a good low fat healthy way to make a burrito with ground Beef? I know how to ccok the ground beef and I have the tortillas. I was just wondering what else I should but in the beet and the burrito to make it taste good in a healthy low fat way.

Answer: You can always try using ground turkey instead of beef. With the seasonings and other items added, it's hard to tell the difference. Use part-skim shredded cheese also.

Question: Anybody know of a good place to look for low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium recipies? I am on a low fat,low cholesterol, low sodium diet and need some new ideas on main dishes and desserts that I can have. I am limited on the amount of saturated fat and cholesterol I can have, and have discovered that many recipies are either low fat or low cholesterol, not both. HELP!

Answer: Check out the American Diabetes Association, the Canadian Diabetes Assocation, the American Heart Association (http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=515) and the Heart and stroke Foundation of Canada websites (http://ww2.heartandstroke.ca/Page.asp) . Each site has a link to recipes that fits your needs. Also, if you google "heart healthy recipes" it will give you about 1000 sites to browse through. But be careful - many recipe sites post recipes based on their claims - they are not tested and tried. Stick to AMA links, Association links, etc., and you will find some marvellous stuff! To start you off, here are a few of my recipes which I know are "healthy heart" recipes: Minestrone con Pesto Pesto: 3 tablespoons pine nuts 2 cups fresh basil leaves, preferably "picolo fino" 1 clove garlic 1 pinch sea salt 5 ounces Ligurian extra-virgin olive oil Minestrone: 1 1/2 cups borlotti (or pinto) beans 1 1/2 cups cannelloni (or white) beans 1 medium red onion, cut into medium dice 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch moons, 1/2-inch thick 4 plum canned plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice 4 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch slices 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice 2 leeks, cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch moons Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 ounces small shells pasta 1/2 cup pesto To make the pesto: In a large stone mortar, place the pine nuts, basil, garlic, and salt, and grind with a pestle until paste. Drizzle in the olive oil, beating with a wooden spoon. This can also be done in a food processor. Store in jars, topped with extra-virgin olive oil, for up to 1 week. To make the minestrone: Soak the borlotti and Cannelloni beans separately overnight and drain. In a large soup pot, place both kinds of beans, the onion, zucchini, tomatoes, celery, potatoes, leeks, and olive oil, and cover by 1-inch with cool water. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until the beans are tender about 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Add the pasta, and turn the heat to high. Cook the pasta at a boil until al dente. Divide the soup among 4 bowls and top each bowl of minestrone with a dollop of pesto floating on top. Pollo alla cacciatora 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 medium onions chopped one carrot chopped one stalk celery chopped 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 2 bay leaves 3 Tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsley 1 cup tomato sauce 3/4 cup dry red wine salt pepper to taste flour Instructions: 1. Cut the chicken in pieces and cut off all the excess fat and skin. 2. Rinse the chicken under running water and then dry it with paper towel. 3. Roll the chicken in flour and shake of the excess. 4. In a large pan brown the chicken in 2 Tbsp. of olive oil. 5. Once browned remove the chicken from the pan. 6. Now, in the same pan, cook the onion, celery and carrot with the remaining 2 Tbsp. of oil and a pinch of salt on a low heat for 20-30 minutes or until they are soft. If they get too dry add a little bit of water. 7. Put the chicken back into the pan, mix and add 3/4 cup dry white wine. 8. Once the wine has evaporated add the tomato sauce, the bay leaves, rosemary and parsley. 9. Simmer covered for about 30 to 40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. As it cooks check the salt and add it if necessary. 10. Serve hot over a small amount of whole grain pasta, or on top of brown rice - heart healthy! Tomato Basil Salad (for 4): Dressing: 2 large Cloves Garlic-smash before chopping 1/2 Lemon - Juice only 1/4 Cup olive oil 6-8 Fresh Mint leaves finely chopped Salad: 4 plum or roma tomatoes quartered & remove seeds 16 Large fresh Basil Leaves - tear each leaf in 1/2 1/2 medium Vidalia (sweet) onion - Spanish is okay too - cut in nice slices - not too thin or thick 1 ball of low-fat mozzarella cheese Fresh ground black pepper Chopped Cilantro as garnish In a glass bowl mix smashed and chopped garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and mint leaves, and cracked/ground pepper. Mix with a whisk and cover, on counter for 1 hour - don't refrigerate as flavours meld better and faster at room temperature. Nicely set out on a serving plate the torn basil (don't chop it), quartered tomatoes, sliced onions, and about 8 slices of the cheese. Whisk dressing again and pour as desired over salad. Add chopped cilantro on top. Lovely, and healthy - enjoy! Garbanzo Bean Salad In a glass bowl, mix: 2 large Cloves Garlic-smash before chopping 1/2 Lemon - Juice only 1/4 Cup olive oil 6-8 Fresh Mint leaves, finely chopped 3 fresh Basil leaves, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh Oregano ¼ teaspoon mix of chopped fresh thyme and marjoram 1 can rinsed and drained chick peas (garbanzo beans) 1/3 can rinsed and drained red kidney or Romano beans 1/3 can rinsed and drained chopped green or Broad beans 1 chopped roma or plum tomato 1/2 chopped sweet onion – Vidallia or Spanish 1/2 chopped green or not quite ripe mango 2 tbsp. chopped Cilantro ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (a bit chunky) Mix and let sit, covered, at room temperature, for at least ½ hour. Stir gently to mix flavours, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour prior to serving. You may find it dificult to ween off the salt, so it may be easier i you add extra garlic, lemon and pepper. A bit of salt, at the table only but not while cooking, may help you too. Wean off it as soon as you can. I found that using more chili peppers, lemon and garlic made it a heck of a lot easier! Good Luck!

Question: Need a recipe for low fat cheese source? I realy need a low fat recipe for cheese source to go in a lasagne type dish (actualy a spinach style italian dish). I need it as low fat as posible please but still have it's cheesyness.

Answer: The VERY best thing you can do is talk with the clerk in the deli that slices cheeses and meats. They know what is best.