Recipe Makeovers

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

Po'boy: Recipe Makeover

We keep the bon temps rolling with crispy shrimp, spicy slaw, and 1,400 fewer calories. By Sidney Fry, MS, RD

Po'boy Pointer #1: 2-1/2–Ounce Portion vs. 12–Inch Loaf
Photo: Randy Mayor

Po'boy Pointer #1: 2-1/2–Ounce Portion vs. 12–Inch Loaf

We cut back on the bread by two-thirds, saving 550 calories and more than 1,000mg sodium per sandwich. The loaves are hollowed out and the insides ground to coat our crispy shrimp.

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