America's Test Kitchen (2001)

Episode Overview

With these healthier recipes, you can enjoy your beloved dishes more frequently without the guilt. Let’s face it, some of our favorite meals are often loaded with excessive calories and fat, making them hard to indulge in regularly. Even a small serving of comfort foods like macaroni and cheese or chicken Parmesan can be a calorie bomb. But what if we could lighten them up? After testing numerous "light" macaroni and cheese recipes, we faced many letdowns, with sauces that were gloppy and bland, often using disappointing nonfat cheeses. We craved a truly creamy dish with genuine cheesy taste. Similarly, lighter chicken Parmesan recipes frequently missed the mark, resulting in soggy coatings and lackluster flavors. We aimed for a crispy crust and delicious taste. Recipes: Lightened Macaroni and Cheese for Everyday Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Peas Lighter Chicken Parmesan with Easy Tomato Sauce Tasting Lab: Alternative