Craving Comfort Food?

Even though it's barely fall, we're starting to feel that evening chill. When you add in all the rain, comfort food sure sounds good. You don't have to choose between tasty & healthy!

Here are some healthy tweaks (search our blog for more details):
- Use whole grains when possible. (12/20/12 post)
- Add in more fruits & veggies. (6/24/14 post)
- Spices, citrus, broth, etc., lessen the need for salt & sugar. (2/28/15, 12/24/13, & 3/5/13 posts)
- Lower fat options may still be the better choice for saturated fats (often animal based). Higher fat items help feelings of fullness. But, even small amounts pack a lot of calories. Unsaturated fats (usually plant based) can have some protective health powers. (7/8/15 & 5/7/12 posts)
- Choose a healthy cooking method. (apparently, a pending topic...)
- Pay attention to serving size. (3/14/14 post)

Want ideas?
- Food Network's Comfort Foods, Lightened Up
- EatingWell's Healthy Comfort Food Recipes & Menus
- EatingWell's Low-Calorie Winter Dinner Recipes
- Cooking Light's Healthy Comfort Foods
- Greatist's 31 Classic Comfort Food Recipes Made Healthy