Store shelled nuts in either the freezer or refrigerator to keep fresh. When slivering nuts, cut them immediately after removing the skins after blanching, as this is when the nut is the softest. Do not use a food processor or blender to grind nuts. They tend to crush the nuts that release the oils, causing lumping. Buy an inexpensive...... >Read More

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Oats are inexpensive and very nutritious. Half a cup of porridge (cooked oats) has only 62 calories and only 1 gram of fat. Oat bran offers even more nutrition because for only 40 calories you also get a high fibre cereal. Watch what you add on top, though. If you load on cream and sugar you're loading on the... >Read More

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Honey is a sweet treat that is incredibly versatile. It lends a wonderful flavour to cooking and baking, and it is good for you. In addition to being a great source of energy, researchers now know that honey can contribute to our daily intake of vitamins, essential minerals, and amino acids. Honey can even be used to help treat... >Read More

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Ingredients: 1 11-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained 1-1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks 2-1/2 cups shredded carrots 1/2 cup flaked coconut 1/2 cup golden raisins 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 8-ounce Dannon Light lemon or vanilla yogurt red cabbage leaves Directions: Mix all ingredients except yogurt and cabbage leaves; chill 2 hours. Stir...... >Read More

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Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 cup golden raisins 2 teaspoons caraway seeds 1 cup nonfat yogurt 1/3 cup honey 2 Tablespoons 2% low-fat milk Directions: In large bowl, combine flours, baking soda and salt until thoroughly mixed....... >Read More

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Ingredients: 2 cups rotini pasta, cooked 4 ounces chicken breast, cooked and diced 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped green onion 1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise 1/3 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons chili seasoning 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon garlic powder Directions: In a large bowl, combine...... >Read More

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Ingredients: 1/4 cup red wine vinegar dressing 1 16- or 20-ounce jar mild salsa 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 15-ounce can corn, drained 1-1/2 cups chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Directions: Mix the dressing and salsa. In a separate bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Pour dressing...... >Read More

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