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If you cannot find Greek yogurt, you can substitute plain low-fat yogurt instead. You may use fresh or thawed frozen unsweetened berries.
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This simple dessert is loaded with antioxidants and vitamins. Plus, its low-cholesterol and low-sodium content makes it good for your ticker.
Continue readingTo make strong tea for this smoothie, brew 2 green tea bags in 6 oz boiling water; refrigerate. Caffeine and an antioxidant called catechin are thought to stimulate your nervous system and increase fat-burning, so green tea can help you shed pounds and trim your waist.
Continue readingRegular soy sauce contains approximately 1,000 mg of sodium per serving (about as much as a Big Mac). Using low-sodium soy sauce cuts about 500 mg without losing the flavor.
Continue readingWe’ll say it. This rich dessert is just plain sexy. And because it’s so intense, you only need a small slice to be thoroughly satisfied. Either almonds or hazelnuts could stand in for the pistachios. The crust is made of heart-healthy nuts, no flour necessary, so this baby is gluten-free too.
Continue readingThis is the perfect make ahead dessert; all three components can be prepped the day before and assembled just before serving. Leftover maple syrup will be divine on pancakes or waffles at a holiday brunch.
Continue readingWhite whole-wheat flour is the magic ingredient in this crowd-pleaser, giving the cake whole wheat goodness, while maintaining a tender crumb. What exactly is white whole wheat flour? It’s a whole-grain flour made from a different strain of wheat than traditional all-purpose or whole wheat flour. It has the nutrition of traditional whole-wheat flour, but the lighter color, taste, and texture of all-purpose.
Continue readingBring this show-stopper to a potluck and watch your friends’ jaws drop. They’ll also appreciate that it’s relatively light, thanks to the angel food cake, especially after a heavy holiday meal. Make your own angel food cake, or pick one up at the supermarket.
Continue readingMake this light and delicious Avocado Whip to complement dishes your next party menu. Avocado speeds up your metabolic rate because its combo of essential fatty acids, good-for-you fats, and antioxidants help to reduce inflammation.
Continue readingA little indulgence goes a long way in this luscious tarte. Our version has less butter and sugar than usual and instead relies on the pears’ juices to create a mouthwatering caramel sauce. Don’t be tempted to use Bartlett pears in this recipe, but Bosc will do in a pinch. The unsweetened whipped cream is perfect counterpoint to the caramelized fruit.
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