Prevention's The Healthy Cook The Ultimate Illustrated Kitchen Guide to Great Low-Fat Food

by Joachim, David; Hoffman, Matthew

• ISBN13: 9781579542436
• ISBN10: 1579542433
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-10-06
• Publisher: Rodale Books

Summary

Here's the ultimate guide to wonderful food that's low in fat, high in nutrients and packed with flavor! It's like a complete cooking school-- all in one volume. Features: * 28 information-packed chapters * 450 homestyle recipes-- and hundreds of variations * 424 step-by-step illustrations * Health-boosting hints, tips and shortcuts * Favorite low-fat recipes from two dozen of the country's best chefs-- including Jacques Pepin, Charlie Trotter, Michel Richard, Jim Dodge, Jean-Louis Palladin and Emily Luchetti * "Is It Good for You?"-- the nutritional lowdown on eggs, white sugar, wine, liver, butter, white flour and more * Complete herb and spice primer

Table of Contents

Introduction	ix
Healthy Basics	x
What Is Healthy Cooking?	2	(7)
The Healthy Kitchen	9	(14)
Herbs and Spices	23	(15)
Mastering Essential Techniques	38	(42)
Stir-Frying, Sautering and Poaching	40	(14)
Microwaving, Steaming and More	54	(13)
Grilling	67	(13)
Fresh Beginnings	80	(48)
Salads	82	(22)
Soups	104	(24)
Simply Delicious Grains and Beans	128	(70)
Pasta	130	(24)
Rice and Other Grains	154	(24)
Legumes	178	(20)
Lean and Hearty Main Courses	198	(110)
Poultry	200	(28)
Fish and Shellfish	228	(23)
Meats	251	(26)
Vegetarian Entrees	277	(31)
Hot from the Oven	308	(46)
Yeast Breads	310	(26)
Quick Breads, Muffins and Biscuits	336	(18)
Fresh from the Garden	354	(40)
Spring and Summer Vegetables	356	(20)
Winter Vegetables	376	(18)
Luscious Fruit Favorites	394	(42)
Fresh Fruits and Preserves	396	(23)
Baked Fruit, Compotes, Sauces and Souffles	419	(17)
Classic Homestyle Desserts	436	(62)
Pies, Crisps and Other Sweets	438	(22)
Chocolate	460	(13)
Cookies, Cakes and Bars	473	(25)
Great Additions	498	(28)
Sauces and Salsas	500	(14)
Relishes, Pickles and Other Condiments	514	(12)
Celebrate!	526	(42)
Hors d'Oeuvres, Dips and Snacks	528	(26)
Holiday Dinners	554	(14)
Index	568