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One cute cocktail contains only 7 grams of sugar—including the candy cane. Sip and stay sleek!

Consider these "beauty" bites: They offer up 26 percent of your daily dose of vitamin A, which keeps skin and hair healthy.

Haute ham and eggs! These appetizers are protein-rich, and cutting out the crust makes them incredibly low-cal.

I love the buttery taste and crumbly texture of this dough.

Crunchy sourdough croutons nicely complement the texture of this healthful pureed soup that is made from about a pound of vitaminpacked (and budget-friendly) celery stalks and leaves. The flavor is both savory and incredibly fresh and bright. For an even lighter texture, the whipping cream can be omitted, if you prefer.

Gremolata is an Italian garnish traditionally made with finely chopped parsley, garlic, and lemon zest. Clementines add intriguing flavor, and the green gremolata looks beautiful against the white fish.

Known as the "caviar of the South," this pimiento cheese recipe can be used as a dip for a party, or spread it on a sandwich for the ultimate grilled cheese.

Here's a great accompaniment for roast chicken or the perfect side dish to bring to a potluck feast.

To crack coriander, place in a resealable plastic bag and tap with a mallet. Hoisin adds sweetness to this healthy dish. It can be found in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.

To get a 12-ounce flank steak, cut a 1 1/2-pound flank steak lengthwise.

Clementines provide the orange flavoring in this update of a classic cocktail. Chill the Martini glasses in the freezer for a few hours beforehand. Hendrick’s Gin, a smooth Scottish gin infused with cucumber and rose petals, is worth seeking out: It is the perfect choice for this drink.

Treviso is a red, spear-shaped variety of radicchio. Combining it with prewashed baby greens makes a bowlful of holiday colors. Keep the cheese cold until grating so that it forms firm strips.

Paper-thin slices of fennel, juicy grapefruit segments, and fresh parsley and mint make a beautiful winter salad. Using a V-slicer to cut the fennel helps the easy side dish come together even more quickly.