Grapes from California, the secret to healthy comfort food

The holidays and comfort food season are officially here, but satisfying meals don't have to be unhealthy ones. Ellie Krieger, M.S., R.D., celebrity chef, TV host and best-selling author, knows a thing or two about using natural ingredients and simple techniques to transform your favorite fall comfort foods into guilt-free meals.

"One of my favorite fall ingredients are Grapes from California! They are rich in antioxidants and flavor – and they are still in season well into January," says Krieger. "I like to use them to dress up a cheese plate and they can also be used in savory dishes like a Grape Rosemary Foccacia and other breads and casseroles."

The good nutritionals are no surprise given grapes are one of the star ingredients. Grapes of every color contain a variety of antioxidants and other polyphenols and natural components that may contribute to a healthy heart. And, with just 90 calories, no fat, no cholesterol and virtually no sodium in a ¾ cup serving of grapes, you can feel good about mixing grapes into just about any dish or eating them one by one. Apart from being a natural source of beneficial antioxidants, grapes also contain potassium and are a good source of vitamin K, which plays a role in helping blood to clot.

Please click here to see the video featuring Ellis Krieger cooking with Grapes from California.

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