131 calories, 3 g protein, 19 g carbohydrate, 5 g fat (0 g saturated), 18 mg cholesterol, 20 mg sodium, 2 g fiber GINGERED CARROTS.

I'm always looking for creative ways to prepare one of my favorite veggies-carrots. This chapter gave me a reason to experiment with ginger, and I'm thrilled with the finished product. I hope your joints, and taste buds, agree!

Makes 4 servings

1.

pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1 wedges

2.

tablespoons soft tub reduced-fat, trans fat-free margarine spread .

cup grated fresh ginger

2.

teaspoons ground ginger Salt Ground black pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Tear a large piece of aluminum foil, about 24 long. Spread the carrots evenly over one half. Rub the carrots with the margarine, fresh ginger, and ground ginger. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Fold the opposite end of the foil over, folding around the edges to make a neat package with no openings. Place the package on a baking sheet and bake 20 to 25 minutes, until the carrots are tender when pierced with a knife. Serve immediately.

PER SERVING.

77 calories, 1 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate, 3 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 129 mg sodium, 3 g fiber; plus 470 mcg beta carotene, 142 mcg beta cryptoxanthin GINGER GREEN TEA.

Swap your morning coffee or afternoon soda for a relaxing cup of pleasure. Both ginger and green tea possess potent anti-inflammatory properties. Plus, I love the sensational aroma that fills my kitchen when I make this brew. If you use the optional sugar, the calorie count will be 65.

Makes 1 serving

1.

cup water

1.

-inch piece fresh ginger with skin, sliced

1.

green tea bag, or 1 tablespoon loose green tea leaves in a tea ball

2.

tablespoons fat-free milk

1.

tablespoon sugar, honey, or sugar subst.i.tute (optional)

Bring the water to a boil. Add the ginger and boil for 30 seconds more. Remove from the heat, and add the tea bag or tea ball. Steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the milk. If desired, stir in sugar, honey, or sugar subst.i.tute.

PER SERVING.

13 calories, 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate, 0 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 20 mg sodium, 0 g fiber FIERY NECTARINE CHUTNEY.

My sweet and spicy chutney made its debut on the Today Today show. Since then, I've discovered that it goes great with just about anything! Jalapenos and ginger possess anti-inflammatory properties, which have been shown to alleviate the aches and pains a.s.sociated with arthritis. What's more, chopped onions supply quercetin...and the nectarines, red pepper, and orange juice provide disease-fighting antioxidants, like beta cryptoxanthin and vitamin C. Serve as a dip with crudites and baked tortilla chips, or spoon a few tablespoons on top of grilled fish, poultry, lean turkey sausages, or veggie burgers. show. Since then, I've discovered that it goes great with just about anything! Jalapenos and ginger possess anti-inflammatory properties, which have been shown to alleviate the aches and pains a.s.sociated with arthritis. What's more, chopped onions supply quercetin...and the nectarines, red pepper, and orange juice provide disease-fighting antioxidants, like beta cryptoxanthin and vitamin C. Serve as a dip with crudites and baked tortilla chips, or spoon a few tablespoons on top of grilled fish, poultry, lean turkey sausages, or veggie burgers.

Makes 12 servings, cup each

2.

large, ripened nectarines (about 1 pound), finely chopped with skin

1.

large red bell pepper, chopped .

cup finely chopped red onion

4.

teaspoons minced jalapeno chile pepper, or more if you can take the heat (wear plastic gloves when handling)

2.

tablespoons fresh lime juice

2.

tablespoons orange juice

2.

to 3 teaspoons sugar (optional) .

teaspoon ground ginger .

teaspoon ground allspice .

teaspoon salt