ReviewsIn The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook: Great Recipes You Can't Live Without, Sandra Woodruff (who has a master's of science in food and nutrition from Florida State University and specializes in diet-related health problems) has compiled a compendium of palate pleasing, appetite satisfying, kitchen cook friendly recipes for nutrient fiber oriented dishes that are easy to prepare as they are absolutely delicious. Ranging from Creamy Wheat Cereal; Chicken, Barley & Corn Chowder; Summertime Cobb Salad; and Spicy Red Beans & Rice; to Spaghetti with Brussels Sprouts, Pine Nutes & Parmesan; Kale-Quinoa Salad; and Glazed Almonds, the recipes comprising The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook are a pleasure to browse through and ideal for planning menus with. Certain to be an enduringly popular addition to personal, family, and community library cookbook collections, it should be noted that The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook also features an extensive and informative 'Fiber Facts' section.
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Table Of ContentPreface, v Introduction, 1 PART ONE Fiber Facts 1. A Fresh Look at Fiber, 5 2. Ingredients for Success, 19 PART TWO Recipes 3. Hors d'Oeuvres with a Difference, 39 4. Breakfast & Brunch, 53 5. Smart Sandwiches, 79 6. Soups That Satisfy, 99 7. Main Dish Salads, 119 8. Fiber-Rich Main Dishes, 141 9. Delightful Salads & Side Dishes, 165 10. Sweets & Treats, 189 Metric Conversion Tables, 205 Resources, 207 Index, 212
SynopsisImagine a single pill that could stabilize your blood sugar levels, lower your blood pressure, improve your cholesterol counts, fight fatigue, relieve constipation, and even reduce your risk of stroke, heart attack, type 2 diabetes, and colon cancer-all the while helping you lose weight. That pill would change medicine forever. Although no such pill exists, there is a powerful substance available at your local grocery store that can have all these effects: dietary fiber. Filled with recipes for scrumptious fiber-rich dishes, The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook is here to show you how to reap the amazing benefits of fiber and create fantastic meals. Part One begins by explaining what fiber is, where to find it, and how high-fiber foods can fill you up, slim you down, and improve your overall health. It also provides tips for stocking your pantry with the best ingredients for a super-nutritious high-fiber diet. Part Two presents over 170 easy-to-follow recipes that are packed with fiber and nutrients, making it simple for you to enjoy both a good meal and good health. Here you will find instructions on how to prepare delightful breakfasts, amazing appetizers, delicious soups, hearty salads, mouthwatering sandwiches, yummy sides, and delectable sweets. Offering a wide range of enticing flavors, this cookbook has recipes to suit any taste. When it comes to optimizing your health, a nutritious fiber-rich diet can often be as effective as any number of medications, but without the side effects or high cost. In The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook, dietitian and best-selling cookbook author Sandra Woodruff makes it easy for you to incorporate fiber in your diet and regain your vitality. So, what are you waiting for? You can have your fiber and love it, too. Book jacket., Always considered a vital nutrient, fiber is now being appreciated more than ever before. Its benefits are many--improved digestion, protection against cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and better weight control, to name a few. But to truly profit from fiber, it's vital to get it from nutrient-packed foods like fruits and vegetables. How can you do this and still keep your dishes easy to prepare and absolutely delicious? Now , dietitian and best-selling cookbook author Sandra Woodruff makes it simple to incorporate fiber into your diet. Filled with scrumptious fiber-rich recipes--including favorites like pizza and burgers-- The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook makes it a breeze to benefit from fiber while creating great meals. Can you have your fiber and love it, too? You can, with The Fabulous Fiber Cookbook.