DESSERT ALTERNATIVES

April 4, 2002

INSTEAD OF COOKIES, CAKES, CANDIES:

Treat yourself to a host of delicious FRUITS IN SEASON. The sweetness of

fresh fruits will almost always satisfy the craving for that " something

sweet " while supplying healthy nutrients as well.

WINTER FRUITS include numerous varieties of crisp apples, juicy pears, and

sweet tangerines. Winter is the ideal time to enjoy navel oranges,

grapefruits, and pomelos.

SPRING FRUITS that offer a refreshing break include blackberries,

strawberries, Valencia oranges, pears, or crisp apples.

YEAR ROUND FRUITS include, kiwis, oranges, pineapples, grapes, and many

varieties of bananas such as plantains, burro, manzano, red bananas, and

lady fingers.

SUMMER FRUITS include the stone fruits such as peaches, nectarines, plums,

and apricots. There are also Bartlett pears, cherries, grapes, honeydews,

cantaloupes, watermelon, other melons, mangoes, papayas, and pineapple.

AUTUMN FRUITS offer a delightful selection of persimmons, pomegranates, and

navel oranges that come to market by October.

Sweeter still are DRIED FRUITS. Practically every kind of fruit has been

dried and packaged for sale. Look for those that have not been preserved

with sulphur dioxide or added sugar. Because dried fruits are very high in

concentrated sugar, enjoy them in small servings.

Fresh or frozen FRUIT SMOOTHIES and parfaits sweetened with dates are

cooling and refreshing treats, especially in the summer. Blend with soy milk

or soft silken tofu for a rich, yet healthful, high-protein dessert. See

recipe below

SOY-BASED ICE CREAM comes in a variety of enjoyable flavors. Be sure to read

the labels to avoid any unwanted ingredients.

VEGAN COOKIES are quickly finding a place in health food markets. Look for

them in specialty stores and request them from your local supermarket chain.

HONEY For vegan alternatives to honey see SUGAR ALTERNATIVES.

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