Ways of cutting down on fat:

• Instead of using pastry to top pies, why not top with mashed potato.
• To use less cheese, use a strongly flavoured cheddar cheese to flavour sauces and for toppings.
• Measure oil onto a spoon when cooking so you know how much you have added.
• Use natural yogurt in dishes to create a creamy texture instead of using cream or crème fraiche. Mix a teaspoon of cornflour into a small carton of yogurt to stop it curdling when heated.
• Instead of buying a frozen pizza, why not create your own? Buy the base and add your own vegetable toppings.
• Make salad dressings with vinegar, lemon juice and herbs and spices rather than using creamy dressings like mayonnaise and salad cream.
• Try using cooking methods such as dry frying and grilling that don’t need extra fat. Drain off extra fat.