Recipe Makeovers

Lighter, healthier, but just as tasty: See how we made over these favorite dishes.

Peach Turnover: Recipe Makeover

A rich, juicy filling and flaky crust keep this portable treat deliciously grease-free and picnic-ready. By Sidney Fry, MS, RD

Pie Dough Perfected Step 1
Photo: Randy Mayor

Step 1

Lighter homemade dough requires care in each step. The results are well worth it.

Make the most of a smaller amount of fat. Butter goes a longer way when frozen and pulsed into the flour, creating pockets of butter throughout.


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