The Nordic Diet How are those weight loss resolutions going? Sick of steamed chicken and quinoa yet? Ready to mix up your meals with something tasty and fresh? Here’s your chance! “The Nordic Diet” is a brand new cookbook (on sale January 25) by chef and food writer Trina Hahnemann, who runs restaurants in Copenhagen and has catered for celebrities like Elton John, Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones and Red Hot Chili Peppers. And this week, we’re giving copies away to two lucky That’s Fit readers! The Nordic diet isn’t only based on recipes, although the book features 75 that sound amazing. It’s also about changing the way you approach food and meals. You’re encouraged to bake your own bread, make use of seasonal, local ingredients, and make family mealtimes a priority. There’s a reason people in Nordic countries are notoriously thin, and “The Nordic Diet” gives you a sneak peek. Plus, the photographs (both of the Nordic landscape and the food) are breathtaking. To enter, tell us what you find most challenging about eating well. The comment must be left before 5 p.m. ET, Friday, January 21, 2011. You may enter only once. Two winners will be selected in a random drawing. Two winners will receive a copy of “The Nordic Diet” (valued at $17.95). Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 or older. Click here for complete Official Rules. Winner will be notified by e-mail, so be sure to check next week to find out if you’ve won! Permalink | Email this | Comments
Getty Images Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just love a good Super Bowl party, you don’t have to eat like a linebacker while you’re watching the big game on TV. Instead, replace calorie-laden drinks and appetizers with these healthy and tasty alternatives. Chili Cheese Nachos Per serving: 423 calories 27 grams fat The Better Choice: Natural Nachos 4 whole-wheat tortillas 1 cup guacamole 1 cup tomato salsa 1/4 cup chopped jalapenos Cut tortilla into quarters, sprinkle with sea salt and bake tortillas at 350 F for 10 minutes. Top with guacamole, tomato salsa and jalapenos. Per serving: 282 calories 15 grams fat YOU SAVE: 141 calories 12 grams of fat Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Chips Per serving: 410 calories 26 grams fat The Better Choice: Parmesan Spinach Dip 4 cups raw spinach 1/2 cup artichoke hearts 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 cup Greek yogurt In a large pan, saute spinach and artichoke hearts and stir in cheese. Remove from heat and mix in yogurt. Serve immediately. Per serving: 60 calories 1.6 grams fat YOU SAVE: 350 calories 24.4 grams of fat Store-Bought French Onion Dip with Chips Per serving: 214 calories 14.8 grams fat The Better Choice: Cottage Cheese Dip with Horseradish and Chives One 16-ounce container low-fat cottage cheese 2 tablespoons white horseradish 1 tablespoon chopped chives 1 teaspoon garlic powder Black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup crudite veggies Combine first five ingredients in bowl. Cover and chill in refrigerator for one hour before serving. Serve with crudites. Per serving (2 tablespoons): 100 calories 1 gram fat YOU SAVE: 114 calories 13.8 grams of fat .relatedLinksR{width:240px;border: 1px solid #CCCCCC;float:right;margin:10px 0 10px 10px;}.relatedLinksL{width:240px;border: 1px solid #CCCCCC;float:left;margin:10px 10px 10px 0;}.relatedLinksL a{text-decoration:none;font-weight:normal !important;color:#004173;}.relatedLinksR a{text-decoration:none;font-weight:normal !important;color:#004173;}.relatedListContainer ul{list-style-type:none;padding:0 10px;white-space:normal !important;}.relatedHeader {padding:10px 10px 0;}.relatedHeader h3{font-size:18px;color:#000000;border-bottom:1px dotted #CCCCCC;padding-bottom:4px;}.relatedHeader{font-size:18px;color:#000000;}.relatedListContainer ul li {background:url(“http://o.aolcdn.com/os/sphere/art/blue-icon”) no-repeat scroll 0 7px transparent;margin-bottom:3px;padding-left:10px;} Related Stories Healthy Super Bowl Dip Recipes Serve your SuperBowl Dips in style Buffalo Chicken Strips Per serving: 1,090 calories 88 grams fat The Better Choice: Bell & Evans Buffalo-Style Chicken Breasts and Low-Fat Blue Cheese Dip For dip: 3/4 cup low-fat yogurt 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream 1 1/2 ounces crumbled blue cheese 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1 teaspoon cayenne Black pepper and salt, to taste Combine dip ingredients in bowl. Serve with 1 sliced, cooked chicken breast (140 calories, 3 grams fat) per serving. Makes 4 servings. Per serving: 284 calories 11 grams fat YOU SAVE: 806 calories 77 grams of fat Chicken Chili Per serving: 880 calories 40 grams fat The Better Choice: Turkey Salsa Chili 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic 3 ounces lean ground turkey 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 cup chunky tomato salsa 1 1/2 teaspoon coarsely chopped roasted cashews 1/4 cup canned red kidney beans In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil. Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic and turkey. Cook about 3 minutes, stirring constantly to break up the meat and prevent sticking, until the meat is no longer pink. Add the cumin, chili powder, salsa and cashews, stirring to combine. Cook 1 minute. Stir in the beans and continue cooking 1 more minute or until heated through. Per serving: 423 calories 23 grams fat You Save: 383 calories 17 grams of far Permalink | Email this | Comments
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