{"id":37314,"date":"2010-12-14T01:00:35","date_gmt":"2010-12-14T06:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=37314"},"modified":"2010-12-13T11:38:53","modified_gmt":"2010-12-13T16:38:53","slug":"four-healthy-holiday-menus-sure-to-please","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/12\/four-healthy-holiday-menus-sure-to-please\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Healthy Holiday Menus Sure to Please"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>If you’re planning a holiday party, planning the menu is probably the most stressful part of the event (not counting the post-party clean-up, of course). To simplify your party preparations we’ve put together a menu for several festive celebrations, whether you’re throwing a New Year’s Eve Bash, a holiday cookie swap or an open-house soiree.<\/p>\n

Potluck Dinner<\/strong>: If you’ve invited each of your guests to bring a favorite dish, you’ll still want to serve a few versatile staples for early-arriving guests.<\/p>\n

Rosemary Skewered Chicken<\/a><\/strong>: <\/strong>Simple and tasty, you won’t have one leftover.
\nStuffed Mushrooms<\/a><\/strong>: A simple, classic appetizer filled with the “good stuff.”
\nQuick Bake Lasagna<\/a><\/strong>: Wow, your guests with an easy, pleasing lasagna.
\nGoat Cheese Salad with Spinach & Tomatoes<\/a><\/strong>: A flavorful combination for a great salad.
\nAlmond Biscuit Ring<\/a><\/strong>: A great dessert or snack, even for diabetic diners.<\/p>\n

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Open House Afternoon<\/strong>: If you’re welcoming guests to stop by for a beverage and snacks over the course of the afternoon, serve plenty of finger foods and a classic holiday cocktail.<\/p>\n

Banana Nog<\/a><\/strong>: A no-fat, non-alcoholic variation to\u00a0 holiday eggnog.
\nBasil Cheese Triangles<\/a><\/strong>: Guilt-free, guests won’t want to put these down.
\nCheese Ball<\/a><\/strong>: Lighten up the traditional holiday favorite to enjoy it guilt-free.
\nCottage Cheese Dip for Vegetables<\/a><\/strong>: Give your guests a good-for-you veggie dip.
\nChocolate Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong>: Enjoy the holiday cookie craze, even on a diet.<\/p>\n

Traditional Family Feast<\/strong>: If you have extended family coming into town for dinner, serve them healthier versions of classic favorite dishes.<\/p>\n

Cranberry Apple Relish<\/a><\/strong>: Cranberries are high in antioxidants and a holiday staple.
\nApricot & Citrus Stuffed Ham<\/a><\/strong>: A juicy baked ham stuffed with sweet apricots and citrus.
\nHerbed Cornbread Stuffing<\/a><\/strong>: Don’t skip holiday stuffing if you’re calorie-conscious.
\nSilky Pumpkin Pie Custards<\/a><\/strong>: Don’t leave pumpkin at Thanksgiving dinner.
\nClassic Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong>: A perfect ending to any holiday feast.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Eve Soiree<\/strong>: Ring in the New Year with a menu that feels elegant and indulgent, when really, it couldn’t be easier…or healthier.<\/p>\n

Chipotle Chicken Cups<\/a><\/strong>: A smoky appetizer your guests won’t get enough of.
\nKalamata Olive Hummus<\/a><\/strong>: A new twist on a classic Mediterranean appetizer.
\nSpinach Puffs<\/a><\/strong>: Full of iron, creamy and delicious. What could be better?
\nSalmon & Cucumbers<\/a><\/strong>: A refreshing and flavorful small bite.
\nTuscan Bean Dip<\/a><\/strong>: A heart-healthy, delicious vegetable dip.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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