After emerging from his burrow yesterday, Punxsutawney Phil determined that there will be another 6 weeks of winter. The famous groundhog did indeed see his shadow, which means most people around the country can prepare themselves for more (yes, more) cold weather. With that in mind I wanted to share some healthy tips and recipes to keep you happy and warm during these dragging winter months.
Nothing says comfort food like a hot, hearty soup. Check out these delicious Sensei soup recipes to heat you up and keep you satisfied all month long:
During the winter months pot pies, chunky stews and casseroles abound, but these seasonal favorites are notoriously high in fat and calories. Give your comfort foods a facelift with the following tips:
- Use fat free or low fat evaporated milk instead of heavy cream in soups and sauces.
- If you enjoy stews and casseroles made with lots of meat, try adding more vegetables, beans or whole grains (like brown rice or quinoa) and cut back on the animal protein. They will have the same flavor, but will be more filling and better for you.
- Pair a smaller portion of your favorite comfort foods with a side salad or cup of broth based soup. This will add healthy nutrients to the meal and help you feel full.
- Make individual servings of casseroles in muffin tins to control portion sizes.
Last but not least, don’t forget to bundle up and stay active. Take a walk outside, shovel the sidewalk or go sledding with your kids. The sunlight and crisp air with refresh you and brighten your mood.
- Lauren
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Those look great! Another thing I do with soups is to make my own chicken and vegetable broth. It helps me control the amount of salt in my diet.