Mmmm good...

So in attempt to use up some fresh vegetables and fruits before they go bad (well, and to deter doing any homework)  I decide to whip up a few concotions that are both comfort foods and actually really healthy.  For awhile now I've been able to spend my little free time cooking healthier versions of good foods and finding new ways to cut calories but still feel satisfied.  And you know what?  I love it!  Not only am I enjoying good food it's healthy and so far through trial and error others enjoy it too.  Hmmm maybe a possible career change?  Who knows. All I know is that the following recipes from my FAVORITE web site, Hungry-Girl.com are delish! 

First up.... Better off Banana Bread  not only is this very delicious but its hearty and once I added my own little ingredient it tastes EXACTLY like the Starbucks "Reduced-Fat" Banana Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake.  Which I LOVE.  That's right I added some mini chocolate chips and when all is said and done a "thick" slice of this banana bread is only 200 calories Did you know by "reduced fat", Starbucks is referring to 10 actual grams of fat???   

My tip:  When you see "reduced" really read the labels.  

Now for the kicker this bread has only 4 grams of fat for a thick slice!  Yum?  I know.  

On to my entree....(notice my dessert comes before dinner?)  Good Luck Parm which is a healthier version of Eggplant Parmesan.  My favorite Italian dish!  The trick to this was substituting whole eggs with egg whites and regular bread crumbs with crushed up Fiber One cereal (A Hungry Girl staple) and some italian seasonings.  Throw in some fat-free cheeses and sauce and you got a HUGE piece is only 170 calories!  Yum!  I can't wait to bring this final product to lunch tomorrow.  

Now mind I know what your thinking.....fat-free?  Fiber One? Ewww.  Now I'm not going to say that these versions will taste incredibly better then the original  HOWEVER since making recipes like this and enjoying good food without the guilt I've learned to actually enjoy the healthier versions much better.  

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Happy (and healthy) eating!