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| Once
you start purchasing heart healthier foods, you'll be ready for the
really
fun part--trying new recipes. You'll discover that heart healthy eating
is a lot more delicious than you may have thought. We can supply you
with
great books,
tips and ideas for heart healthy cooking. |
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are some tips to help you put the basic principles of your cholesterol
lowering program into everyday cooking practice. |
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 Read the labels on dairy products and choose those with a
lower
percentage
of fat. |
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reduce saturated fat, control the size of your portions, trim the fat
off
meat and remove the skin from poultry before cooking. |
| Choose
leaner cuts of meat and generally cut down on the amount of meat you
eat. |
| Use
meat as an ingredient instead of the main course. |
| In
soups, salads, stews or as a spread, legumes are a very good substitute
for meat, minus the fat and with lots of dietary fibre as a bonus.
Introduce
more alternatives like beans. |
| Use
1% or skim milk in soups and puddings, and 1% evaporated milk instead
of
cream in sauces. |
| Select
lower-fat cheeses with a milk-fat content {% M.F.) of 7% or less. |
| Give
greater importance to cereals, vegetables and fruits in your meal plan. |
| Try
cooking methods that don't call for fat, such as braising, baking,
grilling,
steaming, microwaving or pressure-cooking. |
| Use
non-stick pots or pans to sauté meat, poultry, fish and
vegetables. |
| Add
interest with different types of pasta or rice, and whole wheat noodles. |
| Introduce
more dark leafy green vegetables like spinach or rapini by adding them
to salads, soups, or a stir-fry. |
| Sneak
extra vegetables into pasta sauces and other dishes. |
| Stir
chopped fresh fruit or dried fruit into hot cereal or a favorite muffin
recipe. |
| Use
fruit purees as toppings for pancakes, waffles, and low-fat yogurt. |
| Make
dips and salad dressings with low-fat yogurt. |
| Remember
that variety is still the best guarantee of a healthy, balanced diet. |
| Try
combination dishes like casseroles or a stir-fry to introduce different
tastes. |
| Experiment
with couscous, brown rice, millet, and kasha. |
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| Try Our Recipes: |
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| Substituting
Egg Whites For Whole Eggs - Learn how you can substitute... |
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| Oat
Bran Raisin Muffin -
These tasty fibre rich muffin are perfect for a quick brunch or snack.
Makes 12 muffins. |
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| Strawberry
Mouse - No
one will believe that this creamy, delicious dessert is low in calories
and fat! Use fresh or frozen strawberries, pureed in a food processor,
blender or food mill. |
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| Microwave
Leek and Mushroom Flan |
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| Salmon
and potato Casserole - You can
put
this easy-to-make dish together in about 15 minutes if you cook the
potatoes
in a microwave. Serve with a tomato salad and any green vegetables. |
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