Environmental Nutrition: Turn to dark chocolate for a heart-healthy treat
1/2 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
1/2 cup dried cherries
Coarse salt (optional)
1. Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring often.
2. Stir in cinnamon, ginger and cayenne (if using.)
3. Divide nuts and cherries among 12 paper-lined mini muffin cups and top with melted chocolate and coarse salt (if desired). Chill about 1 hour.
Nutrition Information Per Serving: 124 calories, 7 grams (g) fat, 4 g saturated fat, 13 g carbohydrate, 9 g sugar, 2 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 3 milligrams sodium.
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