Burgers: If you are like my husband, you like bacon or chili cheeseburgers. Obviously I don't make those for him, but I do make turkey cheeseburgers, which taste great! Simply use ground turkey instead of ground beef, and season it the same. Also try a veggie burger at least once before saying you don't like them.
Pizza: Instead of your usual Meat-Lovers Pizza, try this. Wheat pita bread, topped with marinara sauce, lean ham, veggies of choice and some cheese. Bake or broil at 450 degrees for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and crust is crispy. It is easy, smells great and tastes even better!
French Fries: Make your own, delicious home fries. Wash but do not peel your potatoes. Slice them to the size/shape of your choice and place on a baking sheet (minimize overlapping). Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and seasoning of your choice. Bake at 400-450 degrees until almost done. Then broil for a few minutes to add even more crisp.
Eggs and bacon: Instead of 3 eggs, 4 bacon strips, hash browns and pancakes, try this breakfast from El Salvador. Finely chop a tomato and saute for 5 minutes. Then scramble 2 eggs with the tomatoes. Serve with fat free refried beans, light sour cream, whole wheat toast and a homemade salsa (tomatoes, green peppers, onions, fresh cilantro, fresh lime juice).
Barbeque Pork: To modify a little, use lean pork such as loin or boneless chops. To modify even more, use chicken or turkey breast. Season and cook the same way as pork (slow and low). For a healthier version of macaroni and cheese, melt a little cheddar cheese with light sour cream. Add cooked macaroni and serve fresh.
Ice Cream: I will not deny that real ice cream tastes better than the healthier varieties. But there is one benefit of having the low-fat ice cream or frozen yogurt available: it is less tempting. So you can eat a serving without emptying the whole carton! Icy Pops are my low-calorie snack of choice for a late-night sweet tooth.
What are you favorite junk food replacements? Please share recipes and tips below!
My mom used to put tuna fish on pizza when she made it and I loved it! Sometimes, I will sprinkle some on my plain cheese pizza that I buy ready made.
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