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    The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution
    The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution
    The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution
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    The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution

    By Joanne Lusted

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    Utilizing the amazing versatility of Greek yogurt, Chef Jo Lusted, author of Dish Do-Over and host of the healthy cooking segment “Dish Do-Over” on CBC’s Steven and Chris, takes your favorite treats and comfort foods and transforms them into lower calorie, healthier dishes that you can enjoy without the guilt. Crowd-pleasing recipes are reimagined without compromising on taste, making it easy for you to whip up anything from quick weeknight dinners to delectable desserts that prove that great tasting food can be good for you too. Whether it’s creamy pasta salads, hearty Reuben sandwiches, homestyle macaroni and cheese or a delectable chocolate cake, The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution is sure to serve up something you’ll love.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperCollins
    Release dateOct 20, 2015
    ISBN9781443448864
    The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution
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    Joanne Lusted

    Joanne Lusted is resident chef and contributing editor for Tosca Reno’s Clean Eating magazine and the food producer on CBC TV’s Steven & Chris. A recipe developer for many corporate clients, she also writes regularly for foodnetwork.ca, Good Food Revolution, foodie.ca and Canadian Living magazine. Lusted has travelled extensively for her love of food; she has worked as a corporate chef in the Dominican Republic and as a chef for Indy Car racing teams in California; and she has appeared at countless trade shows across North America. An advocate of living a balanced, healthy lifestyle—which comes through in her unique, down-to-earth approach to cooking—she lives in Toronto.

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      The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution - Joanne Lusted

      CONTENTS

      Getting Started

      Jo’s Clean Staples

      15 Must-Have Kitchen Tools

      Get to Know Your Ingredients

      Jo’s Kitchen Basics

      Healthy and Delicious Bread Crumbs

      Homemade Croutons

      Toasted Panko Bread Crumbs

      Toasted Nuts and Seeds

      Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs

      Perfect Crispy Bacon

      Caramelized Onions

      Essential Do-Over Recipes

      Homemade Ketchup

      Perfect Marinated Chicken Breasts

      Creamy Condensed Soup Substitute

      Whole-Wheat Pizza Dough

      Do-Over Whipped Cream

      Appetizers & Snacks

      Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

      Spinach & Artichoke Dip

      Fried Calamari with Yogurt Aioli & Tomato Sauce

      Layered Nacho Dip

      Three-Cheese Garlic Bread

      Falafel with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

      Jalapeño Poppers

      Baba Ganoush

      Chipotle Red Pepper–Topped Hummus

      Salads & Sides

      Pasta Salad

      Potato Salad

      Broccoli, Cheddar & Ham Salad

      Latkes

      Creamy Coleslaw

      Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Yogurt Aioli

      Soups, Stews & Chilies

      Creamy Mushroom Soup

      Beef & Bean Chili

      Loaded Baked Potato Soup

      Sandwiches

      Monte Cristo Sandwiches

      Reuben Sandwiches

      Egg Salad Sandwiches

      Crispy Fish Sandwiches

      Tuna Melts

      Chicken Salad Sandwiches

      Caramelized Onion & Cheddar Pub Burgers

      Crispy Shrimp Po’ Boys

      Chicken Tostadas

      Pastas & Noodles

      Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

      Macaroni & Cheese

      Tuna Noodle Casserole

      Beef Stroganoff

      Mains

      Butter Chicken

      Black Bean Enchiladas

      Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Sauce

      Fish & Chips

      Crab Cakes with Spicy Yogurt Aioli

      Bacon Double-Cheeseburger Pizza

      Desserts

      Mixed Berry Cheesecake

      Chocolate Cheesecake

      Double Chocolate Cake

      Mom’s Apple Pie

      Carrot Cake Cupcakes

      Whoopie Pies

      Breakfasts

      Chocolate Hazelnut Banana French Toast

      Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

      Chocolate Chip Pancakes

      The Best Banana Bread

      Huevos Rancheros

      Beverages

      Milkshakes

      Mango Lassi

      About the Author

      Copyright

      About the Publisher

      Getting Started

      It’s probably not a surprise either that you can gain weight when you’re a chef: heavy cream, butter, pan-fried and breaded meats, fatty braised meats, butter sauces, decadent desserts, homemade bread and pastries, cheese, vegetables blanketed in butter and lots of refined starches like rice, pasta and white flour. After packing on the pounds and not feeling good, I knew it was time for a change. I started to look for healthier ways to eat my favourite foods. And like many people, I found I was eating a lot of non-fat, fat-free or low-calorie food that was often heavily processed. I also got frustrated by so-called makeover recipes that used ingredients that weren’t healthier, portion sizes that were reduced to hit a mythical calorie count or deceits like wrapping taco filling in lettuce and calling it a taco—or soggy oven fries that didn’t taste at all like their deep-fried brethren.

      I wanted to eat the classics—the favourites I grew up on—but without the fat, crazy sodium or calories, and without the garbage. I wanted real food that was still healthy and still tasted good. As it turned out, I wasn’t alone. In 2012, Dish Do-Over launched on the television show Steven and Chris, and the response was overwhelming. Viewers told us their kids’ favourites, their guilty pleasures and the restaurant favourites that they wanted to make healthier and at home. Requests poured in for chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, beef stroganoff, double chocolate cake, butter chicken and more.

      As I did over these favourites and more, I quickly discovered the perfect replacement for the high-fat heavy cream, butter, or full-fat milk used in so many recipes—non-fat Greek yogurt! Rich and creamy, Greek yogurt acts like the calorie-laden original ingredients, but with far fewer calories and fat, and without sacrificing any of the taste.

      The Greek Yogurt Miracle Solution features Dish Do-Over viewer favourites plus many of my own family recipes reinvented. You won’t find trickery here, just simple and smart swaps that anyone can do.

      I believe that no one should ever feel guilty about eating and that you shouldn’t have to make the choice between eating tasty food and enjoying good health. It also doesn’t have to be difficult or intimidating to cook delicious food. Sacrificing flavour and your favourite foods is a surefire way to sabotage your mental state and healthy lifestyle goals—believe me, I’ve been there! Eating is just as much about the experience and the memory as it is about nutrition, perhaps more so. The key is balance. Being able to enjoy your favourite comfort foods prepared with wholesome ingredients is the perfect way to have your bacon double-cheeseburger pizza and eat it too.

      Jo’s Clean Staples

      don’t let your old eating habits drag you down even before you get started. You need to rid your pantry and fridge of all the processed, refined stuff and replace it with natural foods with simple, uncomplicated ingredients. Here are a few of my clean staples:

      Baby spinach and arugula (pre-washed). With no washing or chopping required, they’re always ready for slipping into eggs, pastas and soups.

      Dried beans. Dried beans are much cheaper and more nutritious than canned. Simply soak them overnight on the countertop (use 4 cups water for every cup of beans), then drain and simmer until tender.

      Eggs. Perfect for snacks and meals, eggs are full of protein, which helps keep you feeling full. I hard-boil enough to last me a week, so they’re always on hand to make egg salad sandwiches or simply to eat on their own with a dash of hot sauce.

      Sea salt. Ditch the table salt and embrace the power of the sea! Sea salt is minimally refined and retains most of its natural minerals. Kosher and Himalayan salts are also handy to have in the pantry, but sea salt is my go-to.

      Spelt flour. With its slightly sweet, nutty flavour, spelt flour is a tasty substitute for refined all-purpose flour. There are two types of spelt flour: white and whole-grain. Like white all-purpose wheat flour, white spelt flour has had the germ and bran removed. Still, both types of spelt flour are higher in protein than wheat flour, and whole-wheat spelt flour is higher in fibre and won’t cause a significant spike in your blood sugars. Plus, spelt flour is lower in gluten, so suitable for those who have slight intolerances. Keep in mind, though, that it’s not gluten-free, so not all people with gluten intolerances can tolerate it. Spelt flour is, however, more water soluble and more easily digested than wheat flour. Because it’s more water soluble, less liquid is needed when baking with it and less kneading or mixing is required; overmixing can result in a crumbly texture.

      Spices (fresh). Go through your spices and discard any that aren’t fragrant. Spices lose their potency after about 6 months, so you’ll want to replace them with fresh for maximum flavour. Be sure to store them in a cool, dark place, as sunlight destroys the spices’ natural oils.

      Spice blends (salt-free). These are great for one-step flavouring on a simple chicken breast or flank steak. Some blends to try are steak spice, chicken spice, Cajun and lemon-pepper.

      Strong cheeses. Varieties like low-fat aged cheddar, feta, pecorino and Parmesan pack more flavour into smaller amounts, so you can use less.

      Tomato sauce (all-natural, jarred). Read the label carefully and look for brands with short ingredient lists.

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      15 Must-Have Kitchen Tools

      Healthy, delicious cooking starts with the right tools. Take a quick inventory of your kitchen to make sure you have everything you need to make cooking easy and fun. Here’s what you should have on hand:

      1. Good-quality knives. Your knife should glide through food with minimal resistance and, most importantly, it should feel comfortable in your hand. You’ll need a bread knife, a paring knife and a chef’s knife. Take your time when selecting the knives. Consider their size, weight and style, particularly that of the chef’s knife, as this is the one you’ll be using most often. A 6-inch blade is best suited to smaller hands, whereas larger hands benefit from an 8-inch blade. Go with what feels most comfortable — a good, well-suited knife should feel like an extension of your hand.

      2. Non-stick pots and pans. You don’t need a million pots and pans rattling around your kitchen! All you really need are four good pieces: a two-quart saucepan, a 6- to 8-quart stockpot or saucepan and a 6-inch and 12-inch skillet. When it comes to skillets, look for non-stick, as this keeps food from sticking, which lets you get away with using less oil in your cooking.

      3. Rasp or microplane. This is my all-time favourite kitchen tool. I use mine for grating everything from garlic, whole spices and lemon to cheese and dark chocolate. They’re inexpensive and are guaranteed to save you time in the kitchen.

      4. Lemon reamer. Lemon juice is full of flavour and can actually replace salt in many recipes, as the acidity enhances and balances the

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