Techniques of Healthy Cooking

Techniques of Healthy Cooking is a comprehensive guide to healthy cooking in a professional setting. The book covers nutritional basics, reading and using food labels, caloric intake recommendations, recipe and menu planning around dietary guidelines, food safety, and nutrition-related conditions. It includes detailed information on ingredients, serving sizes, and creating nutritious menus for various needs. The book features 300 recipes with nutrition information and modifications, along with full-color photography demonstrating techniques and presentations. Prepared by The Culinary Institute of America, it emphasizes cooking with less fat, moderating salt, and using healthy sweeteners, and covers menu development, nutritional analysis, and labeling.