From small desserts that have become tasty traditions to enormous dinners that the whole family gathers around, cooking is an integral part of the holiday festivities.
And good news: There’s no reason to sacrifice the hearty aspects of your meal for the nourishing ones. These cookbooks will help you make healthful dishes you’ll be proud to serve to the family during the holiday season. You can have your cake, made with healthy sugar substitutes or all-natural sweeteners, and eat it too.
The (Almost) No Fat Holiday Cookbook: Festive Vegetarian Recipes
By Bryanna Clark Grogan
One of the challenges of being vegetarian, especially during the holidays, is coming up with meal ideas that will satisfy both you and your more carnivorous guests. This cookbook features tasty creations that will suit everyone, as well as cooking tips and tricks that make vegetarianism seem effortless.
Holiday Secrets: Everything You Need to Make Holiday Meals So Delicious, No One Will Know They’re Healthy
By Judy Doherty
As its title indicates, this cookbook is not limited to just the December holidays. And not only does it make that stressful two-month stretch easier, it also includes a bonus section of guides on how to prepare culinary delights for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
The South Beach Diet Parties and Holidays Cookbook: Healthy Recipes for Entertaining Family and Friends
By Arthur Agatston
Written by the creator of the South Beach Diet, this cookbook proves that there’s no need to give up your favorite holiday and party dishes to stay on the diet. Inside, more than 20 menus and 150 easy recipes put a healthful spin on favorite meals for every occasion, with make-ahead suggestions and ways to use leftovers to simplify the process.
Gather, the Art of Paleo Entertaining
By Bill Staley and Hayley Mason
It can be tough to be Paleo during the holidays. With all of the bread, stuffing and pie, temptation to cheat on your diet is everywhere. With this cookbook, you get plenty of Paleo alternatives, as well as advice on how to orchestrate the perfect dinner party, whether you are planning an elegant holiday feast or just hosting a casual brunch.
Kyle Banfill is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at tdufresne@cityscenemediagroup.com.
