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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008

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Tired of peanut butter? If so then spread one of its nutty competitors on your toast. They are not only tasty but also very nutritious.

• Almond Butter: It’s hefty dose of vitamin E boosts immunity. Try this butter on crackers of your choice. Try: MaraNatha Natural Creamy & Roasted Almond Butter ($6 for an 8-ounce jar)

• Cashew Butter: You get plenty of energizing copper from 2 tablespoons. Its mild flavor tastes great on a slice of bread. Try: 365 Everyday Value Smooth Cashew Butter ($5 for a 16-ounce jar)

• Macadamia Nut Butter: This sweet spread, the least likely to taste like peanut butter, has more good-for-you monounsaturated fat than the others. It’s great on whole-grain waffles. Try: MaraNatha Natural Creamy & Roasted Macadamia Butter ($5 for an 8-ounce jar)

• Soy Nut Butter: It’s technically not a nut, so those with allergies can dig in. Pair it worth jelly on while-wheat bread for a new lunchtime favorite. Try: Woodstock Farms Natural Soynut Butter. ($5 for a 15-ounce jar)

Here’s how to make a low-calorie cocktail so that you can enjoy happy hour without packing on the pounds:

• A Pimm’s Cup, using Pimm’s No. 1, club soda, slice of cucumber, lemon peel (71 calories)

• Campari mixed with club soda and a shot of grapefruit juice. (142 calories)

• Vodka mixed with grapefruit juice and a splash of club soda. (170 calories)

• Faux Long Island iced tea made with rum and unsweetened iced tea. (205 calories)

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Earthly Eating Daily Recipe

Tuna Casserole
Serves: 4

1 pkg. (7 1/4 oz.) Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
1 can (6 oz.) white tuna in water, drained and flaked with a fork
1 pkg. French-Fried onions
Prepare dinner in a large saucepan as directed on the package, adding vegetables to the boiling water for the last 2 minutes.

Add tune, and mix lightly with a fork.

Top with french-fried onions just before you serve the dinner.

Happy Eating!

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