Low Fat Cooking Tips
Meat / Poultry
• Use the leanest meat
• Beef – Round or Sirloin
• Chicken / Turkey – Skinless breast or white meat
• Trim the fat off of meats
• Use low fat cooking methods examples : bake , broil , grill , cooking sprays .
• Drain off excess fat after cooking
Vegetables
• Avoid high fat sauces made with cheese , cream or butter .
• Use low fat cooking methods examples : microwave , steam or bake .
• Add low fat cheese or cottage cheese to starchy vegetables to increase protein intake .
• Add salsa , herbs , balsamic vinegar , fat free salad dressing or lemon juice to flavor .
• Add grated vegetables to soups , stews or sauces for an easy way to increase vegetable intake .
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