The holidays are a time to gather with family and friends, get caught up, and share memories. Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without a delicious feast, but do you really know the impact of your Thanksgiving splurge? According to the Calorie Control Council, the average American can consume more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat during a holiday gathering. Their research shows that “the average person may consume enough fat at a holiday meal to equal three sticks of butter”. With one week to go until Thanksgiving, there is plenty of time to rethink your Thanksgiving shopping list and give your dinner a healthy make-over. Here are a few healthy twists on traditional holiday favorites:
- Easy Roast Turkey with No-Roux Gravy https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/easy-roast-turkey-with-no-roux-gravy
- Classic Herb Stuffing https://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/classic-herb-stuffing
- Whole Grain Apple Cranberry Stuffing https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-deen/bobbys-whole-grain-apple-cranberry-stuffing-recipe-2200867
- Lower Fat Gravy http://caloriecontrol.org/lower-fat-gravy/
- Green Bean Casserole https://cookthestory.com/green-bean-casserole-from-scratch/
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes https://www.skinnytaste.com/garlic-mashed-potatoes-3-ww-points/
- Coriander Roasted Sweet Potatoes https://www.womansday.com/food-recipes/food-drinks/recipes/a60498/coriander-roasted-sweet-potatoes-recipe/
- Healthy Pumpkin Pie https://www.skinnytaste.com/skinny-pumpkin-pie/
- Deep-Dish Apple Pie http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/249525/deep-dish-apple-pie/