Fall -- even in Florida! -- is a time to switch over from the light, summery treats to richer, heavier and more seasonal flavors that we all associate with the holidays.
Between Halloween treats, Thanksgiving turkey and holiday hams, fall can really take a toll on both our health and happiness! But here's a quick and easy way to lighten things up without giving them up.
Try substituting canned pumpkin for recipes that call for more calorie-rich ingredients like eggs and oil. The pumpkin is a low-fat alternative to keeping baked goods moist, and adds a great fall flavor that will compliment everything from cookies to breads.
And it's easy! Just substitute the pumpkin (1/2C serving) 1:1 in your recipes. So if it calls for a 1/2C of oil, use the same amount of pumpkin.
If you prefer to bake your own pumpkin for the puree, feel free, but the canned variety is widely available, inexpensive, and often comes in organic form. Try it in sweet and savory dishes -- even in smoothies and salad dressings!
More information: Pumpkin Nutritional Data
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