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Celery: Celery isn't just for Bloody Marys, although that's as close as many people get to this healthful veggie. Celery may have been used as a hangover cure in ancient Rome, but its real power lies in its ability to lower blood pressure and to keep your weight under control. If you have either of these problems (and they often travel together) you could do worse than grabbing a stalk of celery to chew on.
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Celery Seed: No, it doesn't come from celery, that would be too easy. These tiny seeds come from the smallage plant, an unpleasant and somewhat poisonous plant. Nevertheless, the seeds are fresh-tasting and go well with tomatoes. They also belong in soups, pickles and find their way into cheese, eggs and salad dressings.

Garlic: Garlic is in the same family as onions and leeks, and purportedly provided ancient Roman soldiers the courage to battle the barbarians. Whether or not it gives you courage, it is known to lower blood pressure, which is great for your heart and helps prevent stroke. In addition, it has a long history as a digestive aid, so don't be shy with this wonderful herb, no matter what it does to your breath!
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Recipe

Dilled Shrimp Spread

serves
prep time: 10
cook time: 62

ingredients

2 pounds medium shrimp (about 60), shelled and, if desired, deveined
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup safflower oil
2 tablespoons chili sauce such as Heinz
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, or to taste
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
Accompaniment: crackers

directions

Cook shrimp in boiling salted water, stirring once or twice, until pink and just cooked through, 2 minutes. Drain in a colander and cool completely. Blend garlic, mayonnaise, oil, chili sauce, dill, celery seeds, and salt in a food processor until smooth. Add shrimp, celery, and onion and pulse until shrimp is chopped. Transfer to a serving bowl and chill, covered, until cold, about 1 hour. Cooks' note:

Aou can chill spread up to 2 days.