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Tip 1 : Make twice-baked sweet potatoes using ricotta or other low-fat cheeses in place of sour cream or cream cheese.
Tip 2 : For a quick and easy casserole, soup, or stir-fry, add frozen vegetables.
Tip 3 : Greek yogurt makes a great substitute for sour cream--it is thick and rich tasting.
Tip 4 : Make fresh fruit snow cones using berries, pineapple, or other fruits. Check online for recipes.
Tip 5 : A chicken salad with chicken breast chunks, Romaine lettuce, veggies, and a vinaigrette makes a great lunch or dinner.
Tip 6 : Cream of tomato soup made with fat-free milk is a delicious way to get your vegetables and dairy.
Tip 7 : Add pureed vegetables, like carrots, sweet potatoes, and beans to soup for a thicker, heartier texture.
Tip 8 : Dried fruits make a great snack. They are easy to carry and store well. Just remember 1/2 cup dried fruit counts as 1 cup of fruit.
Tip 9 : Get your whole grains while watching a movie at home - snack on popcorn with little or no salt and butter.
Tip 10 : Be sure to drain all fat off ground beef after cooking--for less fat and Calories.