Healthy and Low Fat Cooking

Many modern cooks are concerned about preparing healthy, low-fat meals. Fortunately, there are simple ways to reduce the fat content of most dishes. Here are a few general tips for adapting the recipes. Probably, you’ll also find specific suggestions for individual recipes—and don’t worry, they’ll still taste delicious!

Many recipes call for butter or oil to sauté vegetables. Using oil instead of butter lowers saturated fat right away, but you can also reduce the amount of oil you use. You can also substitute a low-fat or nonfat cooking spray for oil. Sprinkling a little salt on vegetables brings out their natural juices, so less oil is needed. It’s also a good idea to use a small, nonstick frying pan if you decide to use less oil than the recipe calls for. Read more