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Top 10 Winter Recipes

From Fiona Haynes,
Your Guide to Low Fat Cooking.
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When the days are short and the nights cold and long, it's tempting to indulge in some fattening comfort foods. Try these low fat comfort foods instead. They're hearty and delicious.

1. Chicken Casserole

A hearty and low-fat chicken casserole featuring chicken breasts, mushrooms, onions, celery, carrots and potatoes. Delicious for fall and winter evenings.

2. Fish Chowder

A wonderfully filling low fat fish chowder made with sole fillets, red potatoes, broccoli, leeks and mushrooms. Serve with some crusty whole grain bread.

3. Braised Chicken

Braising is a great way to tenderize meat and infuse it with flavor. This low fat winter braised chicken dish features skinless, boneless chicken breasts and vegetables braised in broth and red wine.

4. Bean and Vegetable Stew

This fiber-packed bean and vegetable stew makes a perfect winter supper. Full of different flavors and textures, it's both satisfying and low fat.

5. Beef and Black Bean Chili

A low fat beef and black bean chili that's hearty enough for any appetite. Filled with extra-lean ground beef, black beans, and plenty of vegetables, this low fat chili can be enjoyed on its own, over a small baked potato, or with a side of whole grain rice.

6. Crockpot Pork and Sweet Potato Stew

Come home to this simple and delicious crockpot pork and sweet potato stew, which can be enjoyed with a little rice on the side or with some whole grain bread to mop up the juices.

7. Pasta and Bean Soup

Warm yourself with this hearty, comforting low fat soup. Filled with healthy vegetables, beans and pasta, this makes a filling and highly nutritious lunch or supper. Best of all, it's easy to make.

8. Hearty Lentil Soup

A cup of this warming and filling lentil soup makes a great lunch. Serve with some crusty whole grain bread and a side salad drizzled with your favorite low-fat or fat-free dressing.

9. Low Fat Game Day Chili

This low fat Game Day chili is perfect for feeding a crowd on Super Bowl Sunday or any other time. Serve with cornbread and a selection of toppings for people to choose from, such as fat-free sour cream, shredded reduced-fat cheese, chopped peppers, fresh cilantro, chopped scallions and baked chips.

10. Lean Beef Stew

A filling low fat beef stew made with chunks of lean beef and seasonal vegetables in a rich sauce.
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