Friday, September 27, 2013

8 Tricks for the Best Healthy Chili

Who doesn't love Chili! Here's some tips on making it healthier from the Eating Well Web site. I left the link at the bottom of the post.




Learn how to make chili even tastier with our tricks for the best chili.
Chili is the ultimate cold-weather comfort food. More than simply delicious, healthy chili is an easy one-pot meal made with ingredients you already have on hand, and can easily be stretched to feed a crowd on football Sundays or after a long day of raking or shoveling. Use these simple tricks to make chili healthy but still hearty and satisfying.



Chili Trick #1: Season Boldly
Using generous amounts of spice in your chili is a great way to add great flavor without any added fat or calories. Classic chili spices include chili and cumin (and cayenne for those who like it really hot). Have fun experimenting with different seasonings; cinnamon and allspice can add wonderful depth of flavor, like in our Pork & Plantain Chili.....




Chili Trick #2: Choose Lean Protein
To make a classic beef chili that’s still healthy, choose beef that is at least 90%-lean, which fits into the USDA guidelines for lean meats. Or opt for lean and flavorful ground turkey breast instead....




Click the link below to get all 8 tips for a healthier Chili!


http://www.eatingwell.com/healthy_cooking/healthy_cooking_101_basics_and_techniques/8_tricks_for_the_best_healthy_chili?sssdmh=dm17.692773&esrc=nwewtw091713

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