Thursday, February 16, 2012

Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup

With the Thankgiving Holiday merely two days away I'm sure you've done all your grocery shopping, gathered all your ingredients, and have your recipes ready to go.

 

No?

 

Maybe that's a bit ambitious. But, there's still no need to worry! Our partner site FoodFit.com has tons of healthy recipe ideas for your holiday table. So - in case you're still planning your menu- browse our list of the BEST Thanksgiving recipes. 

 

*NOTE: Don't forget to check the serving sizes for the nutrition facts listed to get a more accurate picture!


Main Dishes

Roasted Cornish Hens with Wild Rice Stuffing

Calories:413

Fat: 9g

 

Simply Roasted Turkey

Calories: 290

Fat: 8g

 

Side Dishes

Cranberries and Spiced Cherries

Calories: 135

Fat: 0g

 

Lemon-Garlic Green Beans

Calories: 49

Fat: 0g

 

And check out these tasty recipes previously featured on Cholesterol Network:

Sweet Potato Souffle

Wild Rice & Cranberry Salad

 

Desserts

Fresh Pumpkin Pie

Calories: 171

Fat: 6g


Sliced Apples with Cinnamon Pudding

Calories:164

Fat: 3g

 

Apple Cake and Cranberry Sauce

Calories: 217

Fat:6g

 

*Remember: You can lessen the recommended amounts of ingredients like butter and sugar and replace whole eggs with egg whites to make these dishes more heart healthy.

 

Happy Thanksgiving and happy eating!