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These five dips--from Nutrition nutrition, study of the materials that nourish an organism and of the manner in which the separate components are used for maintenance, repair, growth, and reproduction. Nutrition is achieved in various ways by different forms of life.  Action's Tamara TAMARA There Are Many and Real Alternatives  Goldis--are guaranteed to make your crackers come alive. Just toss the ingredients into a food processor or blender and let 'er rip until they're they're  

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1. Made or prepared in the home: homemade pie.

2. Made by oneself.

3. Crudely or simply made.

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 whole-wheat whole-wheat
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1. Made from the entire grain of wheat, including the bran: whole-wheat flour.

2. Made with whole-wheat flour: whole-wheat bread.
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Roasted Red Pepper Spread

1   7-ounce jar roasted red
    peppers, drained
2   garlic cloves
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2   Tbs. fresh basil

Makes 1 1/2 cups (24 Tbs.).

PER SERVING (2 Tbs.)

Calories: 40         Sodium: 200 mg
Total Fat: 1 g       Cholesterol: 5 mg
Saturated Fat: 1 g   Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 0g            Protein: 1 g

Black-eyed Pea Hummus

2   15-ounce cans black-eyed
    peas, drained and rinsed
3   garlic cloves
2   Tbs. lemon juice
1   tsp. dried cumin
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 cup water

Makes 2 1/4 cups (36 Tbs.).

PER SERVING (2 Tbs.)

Calories: 30         Sodium: 160 mg
Total Fat: 0 g       Cholesterol: 0 mg
Saturated Fat: 0 g   Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 1 g           Protein: 2 g

Olive Almond Tapenade

6   ounces (1 1/2 cups) pitted
    Kalamata olives
3   garlic cloves
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1   Tbs. dried thyme
2   Tbs. olive oil

Makes 1 cup (16 Tbs.).

PER SERVING (2 Tbs.)

Calories: 130        Sodom: 350 mg
Total Fat: 13 g      Cholesterol: 0 mg
Saturated Fat: 1 g   Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g           Protein: 2 g

Spinach Tofu Dip

2   scallions
2   garlic cloves
1   10-ounce package frozen
    spinach, thawed
1   12-ounce package silken tofu
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
    cheese
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. salt

Makes 3 cups (48 Tbs.).

PER SERVING (2 Tbs.)

Calories: 10         Sodium: 90 mg
Total Fat: 1 g       Cholesterol: 0 mg
Saturated Fat: 0 g   Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 0 g           Protein: 2 g

Walnut Feta Pate

1   cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup water
1   tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1   tsp. olive oil
1/4 cup fresh parsley

Makes 2 cups (32 Tbs.).

PER SERVING (2 Tbs.)

Calories: 60         Sodium: 50 mg
Total Fat: 6 g       Cholesterol 4 m9
Saturated Fat: 1 g   Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 1 g           Protein: 2 g
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Title Annotation:Healthy Cook; dips
Publication:Nutrition Action Healthletter
Date:Nov 1, 2004
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