Tasteful tidbits
November 14th, 2007

Seeds of Change Spicy Yucatan Frijoles & Vegetables

What it is: A tasty vegetarian entree with a spicy Southwest flavor
How it comes: 10-ounce frozen box
Where it is: In your supermarket freezer
Suggested retail price: $4.49
Nutrition notes: 340 calories, 5 grams of fat (only 0.5 grams of it saturated), 14 grams of protein and a whopping 10 grams of fiber
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November 7th, 2007

Kerrygold Butter

What it is: Delicious tasting Irish butter
How it comes: 8-ounce bar or tub; salted or unsalted
Where it is: In supermarket dairy case
Who it's for: Anyone who uses butter
Suggested retail price: $3.29 - $3.49
Nutrition notes: Like all butter, high in fat; use sparingly
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October 10th, 2007

Madhouse Munchies All American Sea Salted Potato Chips

What it is: Kettle-cooked, sea salted potato chips
How it comes: 1.5-ounce and 5-ounce bag
Where it is: In some supermarkets or online at www.madhousemunchies.com
Who it's for: Anyone who likes the taste of a crispy, non-greasy potato chip
Suggested retail price: $0.99-$1.25; $2.29 -$2.49
Nutrition notes: Cooked in canola oil, less saturated fat (only 0.5 grams a serving) than all other chips (except Cape Cod), and contains nothing artificial; like other chips contains 150 calories and 9 grams total fat per ounce
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September 12th, 2007

Alaskan Wild Salmon

What it is: Wild salmon from the icy waters off Alaska
How it comes: Fillets, steaks, sides and other cuts by the pound
Where it is: In the supermarket fish case or from your fishmonger
Who it's for: Anyone who likes fish
Suggested retail price: From $8 to $25 per pound, depending on the variety, season and where you live
Nutrition notes: Rich in good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids
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August 15th, 2007

Santa Cruz Dark Roasted Peanut Butter

What it is: Dark-roasted organic smooth or crunchy peanut butter
How it comes: 16-ounce jar
Where it is: In either the peanut butter or organic grocery section of your supermarket
Who it's for: Anyone looking for an intense peanutty taste to spread on bread or use as a basis for sauces (sesame noodles, satay, etc.)
Suggested retail price: $4.49 - $4.99
Nutrition notes: Contains no hydrogenated oils, no added sugars or artificial ingredients and, like all peanut butter, is a good source of protein
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