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updated 10:58 a.m. ET Jan. 15, 2008

From cool and creamy to crunchy and salty, we all crave different flavors. But instead of a milkshake, how about a blueberry blast smoothie? And instead of potato chips, why not cook up some fresh spiced pita chips? Food Network hostess and nutritionist Ellie Krieger offers healthy recipes to satisfy your cravings.

Blueberry blast smoothie
Ellie Krieger

Serves 1; serving size: 1 cup

INGREDIENTS

1⁄2 cup nonfat milk
1⁄2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1 cup frozen unsweetened blueberries
1 teaspoon honey

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DIRECTIONS

Put all the ingredients into a blender and process until smooth.

Nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 195; Total fat: 1 g; Mono: 0 g; Poly: 0 g; Sat: 0, Protein: 10 g; Carb: 40 g; Fiber: 4 g; Chol: 5mg; Sodium: 134 mg. Excellent source of calcium, protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K. Good source of fiber, manganese, phosphorus, riboflavin and vitamin D.

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Spiced pita chips
Ellie Krieger

Serves 12; serving size: 4 wedges

INGREDIENTS

1⁄4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
6 whole-wheat pita breads, cut into 8 wedges each

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 375° F.

Combine the oil and spices in a large bowl. Add the pita wedges and toss to coat. Spread the wedges in a single layer on two baking sheets and bake, tossing once, until the pitas are brown and crisp, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely before serving. They will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3 days.

Nutrition information per serving
Calories: 105; Total fat: 6 g; Mono: 3.5 g, Poly: 0.5 g; Sat: 0.5 g; Protein: 2 g; Carb: 13 g; Fiber: 2 g; Chol: 0 mg; Sodium: 218 mg. Excellent source of manganese. Good source of selenium.

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Nutritionist and author Ellie Krieger focuses on healthy food that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Catch her Food Network show, “Healthy Appetite,” for more tips. Her latest cookbook is called “The Food You Crave: Luscious Recipes for a Healthy Life.”

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