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Photo: Salsa Meat Loaf
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Most of us want to improve the way we eat by increasing vegetables, fruits and whole grains and cutting back on sugar and fats. It's not as hard as you may think. With just a few simple substitutions, you can transform anything from snacks to desserts into dishes that provide the most health benefits possible. Plus these healthy makeovers don't sacrifice any flavour or, just as importantly, your time.
Recipes
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Salsa Meat Loaf
Nothing says comfort food more than a piping hot slice of meat loaf served with mashed potatoes and gravy. Of course, the fat in a slice of meat loaf ... -
Peanut Butter Granola
Although this crunchy cereal isn't a low-calorie version of granola, the heart-healthy monounsaturated fats found in peanut butter and almonds make it... -
Granola Parfaits
This sweet, crunchy layered parfait seems almost like a dessert. However, packed with vitamins, calcium, protein and fibre, this is a healthy and well... -
Lightened-Up Hummus
Authentic hummus recipes include lots of tahini and olive oil and, although those are healthy ingredients, they are still high in fat and dense in cal... -
Lightened-Up Cream of Mushroom Soup
Cream of mushroom soup is usually quite high in fat, with about 9 grams per 1 cup (250mL) serving. Stock is the base of this soup, which has a touch o... -
Baked Beans with Apples
A great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre, beans are something we should include more of in our diet. However, some delicious bean recip... -
Chicken and Vegetable Fajitas
An average serving of fajitas can pack as many as 900 calories and 40 grams of fat. This good-for-you version from our bigger, bolder, brighter Octobe... -
Phyllo Cluster Apple Tarts
Use firm pie apples, such as Northern Spy, Ida red or Golden Delicious, for the best texture.
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