Article: LOW-FAT YOGURT, SOUR CREAM MAKE DELICIOUS SUBSTITUTES IN DIPS.(Spotlight on Food)

It's time to give dip its due. While dip is known for adding flavor and texture to foods ranging from chips to buffalo wings, it is also often recognized as a contributor of excess fat and empty calories to the daily diet. But dip doesn't have to be relegated to its status as filler or high-fat flavoring. Today, dips can offer valuable nourishment and vibrant taste without excessive fat and calories.

Almost any dip can be made lighter by substituting a fat-free or low-fat alternative for high-fat ingredients such as cream cheese, sour cream or mayonnaise. Plain, low-fat or non-fat yogurt and sour cream are all great bases for your favorite creamy dips.

...

Related newspaper, magazine, and journal articles:

 
 
Newsweek Harper's Magazine The Washington Post Chicago Tribune Crain's Chicago Business PRNewswire Pediatric News The Nation Advertising Age The Economist (US) A FREE trial gives you access to over 80 million articles! Access over 6,500 publications with a FREE trial!