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Nut Spreads
Many kinds of seeds and nuts can be ground fine and used as
butters or
spreads on rolls, bread, or muffins. Sweetness can be provided by
adding a banana or ground dates or other dried fruit. Nuts contain
healthy fats and no trans fats, and walnuts are high in n-3 fatty
acids. Here are some recipes
for seed butters and nut spreads.
Seed Butters
The distinction between seeds and nuts is somewhat
loose. Their names are often interchanged. Both can be ground and used
as spreads or butters. Seeds and nuts are heart-healthy.
Ingredients
1 cup of nuts, raw
1/2 cup water
Pinch of salt to taste
Directions
Lightly roast the desired amount of raw nuts in flat pan in oven at
350 degrees F. Try almonds, cashews, walnuts, peanuts, hazelnuts,
sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, etc. Put 1/2 cup water in blender. Add
nuts or seeds of any kind until the desired consistency of butter is
reached. Add a pinch of salt and flavorings if desired. Adding a date or two
or a few raisins is also good.
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