How to cook and enjoy low fat yet nutritious meals at home

Cooking low fat can be challenging sometimes. The following tips will help you cook healthy meals and improve their nutritional value without scarifying flavor or increasing the time spent in the kitchen. Prepare homemade fat free chicken and meat stocks. Let the strained stock chill in the refrigerator until all the fat solidifies on top. Then, remove the fat layer with a spoon and discard. This simple trick will leave a stock that’s perfect for low fat soups and gravies. If not using immediately, you can always place the stock into freezer containers and keep it there up to three months for later use. Use nonstick cookware. In addition to easing cleanup, nonstick cookware allows for healthier cooking by using less oils and fats. When sautéing, avoid seasonings such as butter or oil. Instead, use a small amount of wine or homemade fat free chicken stock. Whenever possible, cook fruits and vegetables with their skin on. This will help retain most of their nutrients. Consider healthy and nutritious whole fruit recipes such as pears in wine, stuffed apples or baked pumpkin as a tasteful dessert alternative.