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Food of the Week (Part II): Tahini

Posted October 21, 2007 at 04:00 PM by Katie Drummond

Section: Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes, Vegetarianism

Yesterday, Her Active Life brought you tahini as our pick for Food of the Week. This sesame seed paste, common in Middle Eastern cuisine and a good source of calcium, zinc, iron, and healthy fats, makes a rich and tasty addition…

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Food of the Week (Part I): A Taste of Tahini

Posted October 20, 2007 at 04:00 PM by Katie Drummond

Section: Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes, Vegetarianism

If you love a good hummus and spend many a lunch hour dining on cafeteria falafels, you’ve probably been enjoying tahini without even knowing it. This thick, nut buttery spread, made of hulled sesame seeds, is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine,…

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