health + wellness Stay healthy and cozy in autumn and winter Eat deliciously Whelped make the process extra delicious. However, now the seasons are changing,e’ve all been there: You’ve worked so hard to drop the pounds. Not to mentionthe fact that all the fresh fruits and vegetables from spring and summer haveand keep yourand as the weather gets colder we tend to get. . .well. . .a little thicker. It’s not our fault. There is just weight in check something about autumn that makes us want to curl up on the couch with something comforting.do not believe that this pleasure should be denied to anyone; we alsoNapa Valley LifeWe at during the colder is why we have collected a few ingredients and simple recipes below, that will keep your autumndon’t believe you should have to deal with the frustration of gaining those extra pounds. Which months of the year comfort food work with your dietary needs. For options, try incorporating ingredients such as figs,season trim and delicious! In addition, there are thousands of combinations to make your fall beets, parsnips and pomegranates into your meals. Roasted cauliflower, cabbage, and parsnips can byJAcquELInE BuchAnAn be seasoned and cooked in ways that your entire family can enjoy, and come New Year’s Eve, you’ll be free to move on to new resolutions. Sweet Potatoes Always a favorite at the Thanksgiving table. Why do we reserve this amazing flavor to be simply overwhelmed by marshmallows and sugar? Sweet potatoes are the perfect alternative to regular potatoes. Simply bake a few as a side dish to dinner to get that comforting baked potato feel without the calories. Craving fast food? Just slice your sweet potato into the shape of French fries, drizzle with a little olive oil, salt and rosemary (or if you’re into spice, taco seasoning works great), then bake! Or, you know. . . run over to Gott’s and grab some. Squash This is the time of year in which squash is at its very best, so really take advantage of it! Some people can get a little intimidated when it comes to squash due to its hard exterior and tendency to get a tad messy. Once you work your way around these things you’ll find that it’s entirely worth it. Squash is absolutely loaded with vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and thiamin. We recommend slicing some up for a roasted squash pizza with a bit of balsamic. So flavorful, so good for you. Shirataki noodles You don’t have to be a fan of tofu to enjoy these AMAZING noodle-shaped tofu packets. While they originally came only in the form of cooked angel hair pasta, you can now find them in the shape of macaroni noodles as well as fettuccini noodles. Just drain them and throw them into your favorite pasta recipe in place of your usual carb-loaded pasta. The best part? A single bag of Shirataki noodles (which can easily feed 2-3 people) has only forty calories. S E P T E m B E R / o c T o B E R 2 0 1 2 37
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