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"This is a super easy hummus recipe in which you don't need tahini and the result is still great tasting & creamy. Not the most amazing hummus in the world but if your into cutting fat & calories this is a great one to munch on. Isa also gives us 6 variations for this hummus. This recipe comes from Isa Chandra Moskowitz's book Appetite..."

Ingredients: fresh lemon juice, olive oil...

"Inspired by the Cher-Berry smoothie recipe at an online website. One serving size."

Ingredients: frozen cherries, turbinado sugar...

"(LFRV) Start your day off right with this super easy and oh so yummy smoothie!! Three of my favorites come together in an amazing combo - enjoy!! Soak your dates ahead of time if they aren't that soft (throw the soaking water in for extra yumminess!)."

Ingredients: dates, strawberries, bananas...

"From the Candle 79 Cookbook: This versatile and rich-tasting pate is an all-time favorite appetizer at Candle 79 in New York City. It's lovely to serve at a party with cocktails or a crisp, organic white wine. Spoon it onto crostini made with your favorite bread or onto crackers, or serve it alongside a crudite platter."

Ingredients: pepper, fresh spinach...

"From Whole Foods, who say that these crackers are ideal for serving with wine - no wine in them! The dates provide subtle sweetness. I have not tried these yet, but they look intriguing. Prep time does not include chilling time. Update: The WF website says this will work well using a gluten free flour mix instead of all-purpose."

Ingredients: pitted dates, fresh ground black pepper...

"From Vegetarian Times. Pan-fried flat breads are served at breakfast in India, but the crispy treats can be used for other meals as well. 192 cal; 5g prot; 8g fat; 29g carbs; 0mg chol; 148mg sod; 3g fiber; 2g sugars."

Ingredients: jalapeno chile, lemon juice...

"My mother's simple onion dip. Adjust the green onion according to onion strength and taste. It's wonderful with potato chips."

Ingredients: cream cheese, green onions...

"Peanuts, soybeans and kidney beans get to play in this unique spin on your favourite spread. Add salt and/or sugar to taste (or if you're feeling REALLY decadent, use melted butter for the oil!). Makes 13 two-tablespoon servings."

Ingredients: kidney beans, roasted soybeans...

"This variation on the traditional cauliflower-cheese soup is made with Huntsman or Stilchester cheese (part Stilton, part Double Gloucester) or equal parts Stilton and cheddar. It's delicious: very rich and creamy, the tang of the cheese nicely balancing the sweetness of the vegetables. Easy to prepare, too! You can vary the amount and proportions..."

Ingredients: pepper, dry mustard...

"Make a chocolate frosty or ice-cream right from your home blender."

Ingredients: hot chocolate powder, half-and-half...

"The only fat in this vegan recipe is whats naturally present in the spelt, and they're full of nutritious fresh ginger and molasses too. A dash of caramel-flavoured stevia really amps up the flavour.These are best eaten within a few days, though - the lack of oil dries them up quickly."

Ingredients: dark brown sugar, fresh gingerroot...

"***Inspired by Alton Brown's Moo-less Chocolate Pie.***

Happy New Year! I am happy to present this decadent and (yes!) healthy recipe for an awesome dessert which I made for Christmas dinner 2011, not knowing what it would taste like.

"Oh my!" I would never have guessed it wasn't totally sinful if I didn't..."

Ingredients: coffee liqueur, chocolate wafer pie crust...

"Nutty, buttery chickpeas, sweet bananas, crunchy bitter cacao nibs and a touch of sugar add up to gluten free blondie-like bars. They're a treat you can have anytime! If you have no nut concerns feel free to use almond or peanut butter for the SunButter."

Ingredients: almond butter, cream of tartar...

"The Provencal pissaladiere is an oven-baked (pizza-like) focaccia or torta topped with caramelized onions, black Nicoise olives, and anchovies. A street food of Nice, it is often sold by street vendors or at local markets. It can also be served as an appetizer. It is believed to have been introduced to the area by Roman cooks during the time of the..."

Ingredients: marjoram leaves, nicoise olives...