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Easiest Hot Bean Dip

By · On Aug 12, 2012 · Comments (0)

Easy hot bean dipThis is so simple it barely qualifies as a recipe. But it’s so tasty that it hardly matters. Serve with plenty of good-quality tortilla chips. Or scoop some of the hot dip into a thermos to pack as an offbeat lunch for school or office; pack the tortilla chips separately.  Read More→

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Fresh Tomato Guacamole

By · On Jul 30, 2012 · Comments (0)

heirloom tomatoesHere’s a delicious summer guacamole with a bit more emphasis on the tomatoes than the avocados, which is great when a larger quantity with more staying power is needed. Serve as a sauce for quesadillas or soft tacos, or as a dip with stoneground tortilla chips. Read More→

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Silken Tofu and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

By · On Jul 29, 2012 · Comments (0)

Sun-driedTomatoesThis combination of silken tofu and dried tomatoes makes a delicious appetizer, served with whole grain crackers and raw veggies. It’s also wonderful as a spread for sliced fresh baguette. Read More→

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Chunky Applesauce

By · On Jul 10, 2012 · Comments (0)

apples in basketThe perfect thing to make after you’ve gone apple-picking or to celebrate the first crop of apples at local farmers’ markets. Kids of all ages will love this. Please, use organic apples! Read More→

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Tomato-Mango Salsa

By · On Jul 08, 2012 · Comments (1)

mangoHere’s a heavenly salsa to make when tomatoes and mangoes are at their best — say, June and July. Serve with tortilla chips or as a condiment with Mexican or Indian-style meals. Adapted from The Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet. Read More→

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Potato Oven “Fries”

By · On Jul 05, 2012 · Comments (0)

potatoesA terrific way to enjoy low-fat “fries,” this is a great accompaniment for veggie burgers and soy hot dogs. Read More→

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Quick Refrigerator Pickles

By · On Jul 04, 2012 · Comments (0)

quick refrigerator picklesHere’s a formula for quick pickles that I really enjoy. I like to have these in the fridge as often as possible, as a crunchy, nearly calorie-free snack.  Read More→

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Quick Dill Pickles

By · On Jun 16, 2012 · Comments (0)

Quick to make — and quick to disappear! [and a note from Nava: I'd been looking for a go-to recipe for refrigerator pickles, and was so happy to find this, adapted from one by Nikki and David Goldbeck — I really like mild, half-sour pickles and could never get the balance just right until I tried this version. That being said, once you use this easy recipe, if you like your pickles saltier, more vinegary, more garlicky, and/or sweeter, you can play with those flavors in your future batches. These are quick and easy, and a lot less expensive than buying jars of good pickles!] Read More→

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