Skin Saving Orange Ambrosia

This ruby-studded dish contains vitamin C and linoleic acid--nutrients that protect the skin from the effects of aging. The red seeds are from pomegranates and impart a lively, sweet-tart flavor.

Makes four 1-c. servings.

4 large oranges, peeled
¼ c. maple syrup
1 tsp. rum-flavored extract
¼ tsp. cinnamon
¼ c. walnut pieces, toasted
½ c. pomegranate seeds

•    Carefully peel the oranges and slice  ¼-inch thick.  Put into a bowl.
•    Mix together the maple syrup, rum extract and cinnamon and pour over the orange slices. Toss gently to coat. Refrigerate and marinate several hours or overnight.
•    Toast the walnut pieces by tossing over a medium heat in a heavy pan. Be careful. Walnuts burn easily.
•    Peel a pomegranate and extract ½ c. of seeds.
•    Arrange the orange sections in individual dessert bowls or plates, add one T. of the marinade, sprinkle with walnuts and pomegranate seeds and serve.

Nutritional Information per Serving: 168 calories, 1.6 g protein, 31 g carbohydrates, 5 g fat (.5 g saturated),  0 mg cholesterol, 3.7 g fiber, 2.2 mg sodium.