Leave the skin on while you roast it to hold in moisture, but remove the skin before eating. Gravy Skim the fat off the pan juices before making gravy. Chilling the juices for a little while will make this easier. Dressing Use less bread and more celery and onions or even fruits for a different twist. Saut vegetables in fat-free broth instead of butter or margarine.
Sweet potatoes Leave out the margarine and marshmallows.
Sweeten with apple juice and flavor with cinnamon it enhances sweetness. Green bean casserole Cook fresh green beans with chunks of potato and chopped onion instead of adding cream soup. Top with almonds instead of fried onion rings. Use skim milk instead of whole milk or cream. Season with garlic powder, butter-flavored granules or Parmesan cheese instead of butter or margarine.