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Tip 1 : Choose soft margarines with zero trans fats made from liquid vegetable oil, rather than stick margarine or butter
Tip 2 : Make your own fruit sauce like strawberry rhubarb to use as a topping on frozen desserts, pancakes or waffles.
Tip 3 : For a special treat, make homemade ice cream sandwiches using frozen yogurt and peanut butter between graham crackers.
Tip 4 : Even if you don’t eat the peel, rinse and rub fruit under running water before peeling or cutting so that dirt and microbes don’t transfer.
Tip 5 : Make your own cheese spread for crackers--try low-fat ricotta blended with herbs such as oregano, dill, & chopped green onions.
Tip 6 : Eat seasonally! Checking what vegetables are in season in your area can help save money and support your local farmers.
Tip 7 : Eat seasonally! Checking what fruits are in season in your area can help save money.
Tip 8 : Impress your guests and make a vegetable soufflé. Look online for ways to make corn, broccoli, or sweet potato soufflé.
Tip 9 : Don't feel like cooking? When eating out, look for the vegetarian options on your menu as an easy way to meet your veggie goal.
Tip 10 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on low-fat or fat-free dairy foods.