favorite receipes: Date Butter # 2

Simmer til soft
3/4 to 1 c water
1 c. pitted dates
when soft, blend til smooth.
use in cakes, cookies, granola, etc.
will freeze

14 FOODS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!

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Sunday, May 6, 2007

Date Butter # 2

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