Meals, Entrees, and Sidedishes

Tip 1 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on low-fat or fat-free dairy foods.

Tip 2 : For a change, try whole-wheat pasta in macaroni and cheese or pasta salad.

Tip 3 : Having a snack attack? Reach for whole-wheat crackers - top them with hummus or a little peanut butter.

Tip 4 : Search for recipes online to make some of your favorite vegetables.

Tip 5 : Combine plain yogurt with your favorite low-fat salad dressing for a different veggie dip.

Tip 6 : Switch up your protein! Trade in your ham sandwich for one made with peanut butter, tuna, or canned salmon for some healthy variety.

Tip 7 : Add extra chopped vegetables (tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, or spinach) to store-bought pasta sauces. Simmer until vegetables are tender!

Tip 8 : Choose lean meat cuts for casserole dishes, like lean pork loin or sirloin for tamale pie. Check online for recipes.

Tip 9 : Pack 100% fruit juice for lunches versus soda or other sugar-sweetened beverages.

Tip 10 : Cut-up fruit makes a great snack. Cut them yourself, or buy pre-cut packages of fruit pieces like pineapple or melon.