PB Banana Bites - great kid snack
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This is for you, Mildred!
This is a really simple and quick snack the kids gobble up. All you do is… Continue reading
Tag Archives: peanut butter
Benefits of Consuming Coconut Oil
First of all, thank you to Stephanie for her patience as I took so long to answer her question, “Are the health benefits the same with coconut oil as they are with extra virgin olive oil?” This post is dedicated to you, Stephanie!
To answer the question simply, No, the health benefits are not the same.
Coconut oil and olive oil are both great choices, but they should not be used interchangeably. Let’s find out:
- differences between coconut oil and olive oil
- why I prefer to use coconut oil
- how I add coconut oil, coconut cream, and shredded coconut to our diet
- how coconut oil heals
- using coconut oil for body care
Peanut Butter Prices Rising - are you stocking up?
There are many news sources, including this one, describing a 30% increase in peanut butter prices beginning November 1st.
Are you preparing for this?
I like making my own peanut butter, but I learned you can only store peanuts for a few months. Since I have no idea how long prices will be elevated, I decided to invest in already-made peanut butter which lasts two years or longer.
There are several brands that use just peanuts and salt, or even just palm oil or molasses, in their peanut butter. I do not buy peanut butter that includes high fructose corn syrup or canola/rapeseed oils [see Canola and pesticides, Canola and GMO]. Continue reading
Make Your Own Peanut Butter - easy!
It’s very easy to make your own peanut butter. Most peanut butter in the stores contains hydrogenated oils (canola, rapeseed), or even high fructose corn syrup.
When you make your own peanut butter, you are in control!
I used to make this with olive oil, but I found it to be on the thin side. Now I use coconut oil and it’s a better consistency. Continue reading
Make Your Own Granola
Making your own granola is fun - and easy!
Here is how I make mine (I’ve included step-by-step photos). Continue reading
Everything You Need to Know About Long-Term Food Storage
Wheat (Wheat Berries)- Flour will go rancid after a few months; wheat berries store for decades. You will need a wheat grinder to turn these into flour; I’d recommend a hand grinder in case you are without electricity. Continue reading