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Traditional Chinese medicine doctors prescribe my roots as a cold cure. In ancient times, I played an important role in Aztec religious rituals. Nonetheless, certain varieties of me are called unflattering names such as "careless weed" and “pigweed.” I come in red and green varieties, with the red version sometimes being mistaken for Chinese spinach. What am I? Find out the answer.

Virtual Cookie: Today, Southern US Cuisine Guide Diane Rattray has a recipe for Pecan Praline Cookies. These tasty pecan-packed cookies are easy to make, using only six ingredients.

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