Most of us enjoy family gatherings around thanksgiving and Christmas. However, the fat, cream and added sugars that are used to make these meals are not very healthy. By altering a few ingredients, thanksgiving meals can be healthier without sacrificing taste. This way we can be extremely blessed and grateful for our health. Suggestions for making thanksgiving meals healthier are included here.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Most of us enjoy pumpkin spice latte but feel guilty about all the extra cream. Instead use soy milk instead of milk or cream. Also, try a healthy alternative by making a lemon grass latte with soy milk and ginger. This is extremely delicious and is made in many asian countries.
Cheesecake with Cranberry toppings.
Make a cheesecake healthier by using ricotta cheese instead of cream cheese. Avoid sugary toppings such as cranberry and cherry sauces. Instead use fresh fruit salad such as blueberries and pineapple.
Bacon
Make side dishes healthy by excluding bacon. Instead use more herbs such as basil, thyme and ginger to add more flavors to food. Healthy side dishes can include chicken stir fry and steamed kale with carrots. Bake potatoes instead of frying in oil or butter.
Pumpkin Pie and Cakes.
Make a vegetarian pumpkin pie by replacing eggs with a few tablespoons of flour and milk. Cakes can be made healthy by substituting applesauce for eggs. Use low fat or reduced milk instead of heavy cream when making cakes and other desserts. Pecan pies are high in cholesterol and are not healthy
Turkey Gravy and Sauces
Avoid heavy cream when making turkey gravies and sauces. Instead use reduced 2% fat milk or soy milk. This can make a healthier twist to an old classic.
Appetizers
Use baked salmon, olives and cherry tomatoes to make a tasty appetizer. Spicy popcorn without the cheese and caramel can be an extremely flavor filled alternative to unhealthy appetizers. Avoid shrimp and crab meat appetizers since these seafood can elevate your cholesterol.