The holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends, reflect on the joys of the past year and look toward the future all while enjoying fabulous holiday meals.
Trying to come up with ways to enhance the flavor of holiday foods, without adding fat or calories? Imagine if you could sneak in a healthy serving of fruit, too. As natural flavor enhancers, raisins blend easily with sweet and savory dishes alike. What's more, a handful of raisins equals one serving of fruit and is loaded with powerful antioxidants, fiber and potassium. Raisins can also help you stave off hunger and power through holiday shopping without dipping into the candy dish. In fact, recent research indicates that raisins help maintain a steady level of energy for sports and other activities, making them a great choice before a workout. After all, who hasn't relied on a heaping helping of trail mix to finish a challenging hike? Try these tips for incorporating raisins into your holiday plans:
* Soak raisins in water to soften for a simple compote, and then serve it on top of grilled chicken or layered with yogurt to make a flavorful parfait.
* Add raisins and slivered almonds to brown rice or couscous for a tasty side dish.
* Use raisins' sweetness and texture to bring out the flavor in poultry or turkey stuffing.
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