UB Cookin'

[Amigoo]

Oatmeal Corncakes (makes four 5" pancakes)

Ingredients:

1 cup very hot water
2/3 cup quick-cook oatmeal
2 tbsp oatmeal
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
2 lg eggs, whipped
2 tbsp virgin olive oil
1 cup canned corn, drained

Directions:

Stir 2/3 cup oatmeal into hot water,
cover bowl and let rest 3 min.

Stir in 2 tbsp oatmeal to increase fiber,
then remaining ingredients as listed.

Fry like pancakes on hot griddle.

Serve sweet, savory, or "Who can tell?"
(syrup, sour cream, cheese, whatever)

Rod

[Amigoo]

Introducing new culinary concept: "Serve Naked"
(When a food topping can be served on the side;
brands mentioned for reference)

Re: https://www.tomthumb.com/shop/product-d ... 00657.html ,
https://www.target.com/p/let-s-do-organ ... A-14771160

A tough job, this culinary Mix 'n Match, but somebody's gotta doit.

Serve this Homestyle Vanilla topped with this Shredded Coconut.
A super combo for balanced taste n' texture!

Serve after topping to preserve coconut crunch.

Even Serve Naked (coconut on the side).
Were you thinkin' of something else?

Rod

[Amigoo]

Morning Cacaophony

Combine 3 cups light oat bran,
2/3 cup 100% cacao powder,
2 tbsp psyllium husk,
and 1/4 tsp salt.

To serve, heat 2/3 cup water to simmer,
stir in 3 tbsp MC mixture, 2 tbsp sunflower seeds,
1 tsp coconut oil, and 1 tsp sugar (or sweetener).
Try with dried fruit like raisins or cranberries.

Let mixture rest 5 min., stirring a few times.
Serve milk or whatever on the side.

Try 1/3 cup unsweetened dried coconut
instead of psyllium husk powder.

Also try with Chocolate Applesauce
Combine 2 cups chilled natural applesauce
with 1/4 rounded cup 100% cacao powder.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Ricotta Spooner

Versatile 'n spicy sandwich spread.
(decrease mustard for milder flavor)

Combine 12oz container stoneground mustard,
1/2 tsp garlic granules, 2 tbsp dried parsley,
1 tsp turmeric extract powder (optional),
15oz container low-fat ricotta cheese.

Include 3 tbsp water to rinse mustard container
and hydrate dried parsley.

Rod

[Amigoo]

About lupin flour ...

Re: https://www.chefspencil.com/all-about-l ... -benefits/

"lupin flour is made of lupin/Lupini or Lupine beans, a legume related to the peanut that comes with the advantages of being low in carbs and very high in protein. A quarter cup of lupin flour contains about 75 calories, 2 g of fat, 11 g fiber, 12 g protein, and only 1 net carb. Native in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and Latin America, lupin beans come from a small, cone-shaped plant that has purple, blue, or yellow flowers."

"Being related to peanuts, people with nut allergies etc., need to avoid lupin flour and the beans. For the most severe cases,
definitely stay clear of them, but for mild allergies, talk to your doctor or nutritionist for further advice."

Rod

[Amigoo]

Corn y Spurtle ( 'y' = Spanish 'and' )

When served, upscale with a side of asparagus
and/or preferred cheese if you please.

Or serve Corn y Spurtle Grande for special occasions.
(include cooked egg and/or breakfast meat)

See also: https://www.goldenspurtle.com/

Ingredients:

1 cup steel cut oats, rinsed
2 1/2 cups water
15oz can non-GMO corn, drained
1 lg sweet onion, diced
1/4 tsp garlic granules
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:

Simmer oats in water until most water absorbed,
then spread on corn, then diced onions.

Cover pan and let simmer 5 min., then turn off heat,
stir in spices with olive oil last.

Let pan rest on burner 15 min., then stir briefly
before serving (or cool then refrigerate).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Flippin' PB Patties

No-bake, brownie-like flippin' whatever.

"What The Flip is this?!" Dunno
Try serving chilled crumbles with applesauce
and sprinkle of cinnamon (or whatever ...
even dried cranberries!)

Ingredients:

1 cup Seedy PB*
2 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained
1/2 cup monkfruit sweetener
3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

* Seedy PB
Combine 16oz jar peanuts-only butter
with 1 1/4 cups white sesame seeds.

Directions: (need plastic wrap,
two 9" x 12" trays & small cutting board)

In a large bowl, use pastry cutter to grind
garbanzo beans into coarse texture, then
stir in sweetener and Seedy PB.

Cover a small tray with plastic wrap,
evenly spread Flippin' mixture on tray,
cover with plastic wrap, press down with
slightly smaller cutting board.

Remove top plastic wrap, then sprinkle on
half of shredded coconut. Cover with wrap,
press down with cutting board, place other tray
upside down on top and flip 'em over.

Remove top tray and plastic wrap, sprinkle on
remaining shredded coconut. Cover with wrap,
press down with cutting board, refrigerate.


"What The Flip is this?!" Dunno

Accompany Patties with small glass of chilled Beet 'n Kefir
(quart of kefir 1% with 1 1/2 tbsp red beet powder).
Good for what ails you! (they say)

"What The Flip is that?!" Dunno


Rod (been flipped)

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12 ... in-morning
"12 Best Foods to Eat in the Morning"

Hmmm ... coffee is a best breakfast food but I don't see donuts
... however, "do nuts" is advised.

Rod

[Sandy]

Thank you, Rod.

I found that article very helpful and now have the urge to walk to the store to stock up on several of the good breakfast ideas.


xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Re: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Succotash

"Succotash (from Narragansett sahquttahhash ('broken corn kernels') is a vegetable dish consisting primarily of sweet corn with lima beans or other shell beans. Other ingredients may be added, such as onions, potatoes, turnips, tomatoes, bell peppers, corned beef, salt pork, or okra. Combining a grain with a legume provides a dish that is high in all essential amino acids."

For walk-on-water survival food, substitute shelled soybeans for lima beans
then upscale with more protein and preferred green leaves:

Succomame

Ingredients:

16oz pkg edamame (shelled soybeans)
15oz can non-GMO corn, drained
1 lg sweet onion, diced
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp garlic granules
1 tbsp virgin olive oil
Italian parsley as condiment

Directions:

Boil frozen edamame as directed, pour off water,
immediately stir in diced onion, corn, and spices.
Cover pan and simmer 5 min., allow to cool slightly,
then stir in olive oil (retains nutrients).

To serve, dollop with plain Greek yogurt
and spread on fresh Italian parsley leaves.

Note: Walking on water is a skill (they say).


A similar recipe already online:

Re: https://www.kitchentreaty.com/summer-co ... ame-salad/
"Summer Corn & Edamame Succotash Salad"

"super simple summer salad with the sweet crunch of corn,
juicy tomatoes, and the protein-punch of edamame."


Rod

[Sandy]

Thanks Rod...This one definitely sounds like a keeper... Can't wait to try it.

xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Sunny Blue Crunch

While trying to find my leftover Succomame for this morning's brunch
I found leftover thawed frozen blueberries & applesauce. More dessert
than breakfast food, I upscaled it with other leftover stuff.

Thaw 16oz pkg frozen blueberries with 2 cups natural applesauce,
then stir and keep refrigerated.

For a serving of Brunch Crunch, stir in dried shredded coconut,
then top with Greek yogurt, then raw sunflower seeds.

MunchabunchaCrunch (they say) to start the day.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Beet & Seedy PB

A unique chewy spread for whatever
with serious Whatsit? ambience.

Combine 16oz jar peanuts-only butter
with 1 1/4 cups white sesame seeds.

Optional: Pour off oil from top and replace
with equal portion of virgin olive oil. Also,
add olive oil to thin as desired.

Mix 1 tbsp red beet powder with 1 cup B&S PB
and refrigerate between uses.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Coconut Faux Cake

Whisk 15oz jar of virgin coconut oil
with two 13oz cans coconut cream (all melted);
stir in 8oz bag unsweetened dried shredded coconut.
Add 2 cups dried cranberries to upscale.

Spoon into small loaf pan, refrigerate overnight.

To serve, cut slice of Faux Cake, top with
natural applesauce and/or crushed pineapple,
then spread on chopped raw walnuts.

Tips: Melted coconut oil and cream
should be just thin enough to pour
(not too warm). Slice Cake thin.
Add sweetener if desired.

Rod

[Amigoo]

BBQ Saucy

Use the juice* of canned garbanzo beans
to extend/upscale commercial BBQ sauce.
* aka "aquafaba"

Combine juice from 29oz can garbanzo beans
with 6oz can tomato paste, 6oz can water,
18oz bottle commercial BBQ sauce.

To upscale (example) ...
add 3 tbsp dried parsley,
1 tsp garlic granules,
2 tsp smoked paprika,
3 tsp paprika.


See also: https://www.mashed.com/419991/why-you-s ... ned-beans/
"Why You Should Think Twice Before Throwing Out The Liquid From Canned Beans"

"When it comes to canned beans, the liquid inside is also rich in nutrients such as folate and B vitamins ... not only help you increase the flavor and body of your dishes, but could increase their nutritional content as well! Just be aware of the amount of sodium in each can of beans"


Rod

[Amigoo]

Italian Saucy

Use the juice* of canned garbanzo beans
to create instant spaghetti sauce (or whatever).
* aka "aquafaba"

Combine juice from 29oz can garbanzo beans
with 6oz can tomato paste, 15oz can stewed tomatoes,
1 tsp garlic granules, 2 tbsp Italian seasoning,
2 tbsp virgin olive oil.

Refrigerate several hours for flavors to blend.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Faux Poached Eggs

How many One, two, three, or faux
(depending on size of sauce pan)

Requires 6oz Pyrex dishes, wide saucepan
(not too deep; rocker plate in bottom helps).

To cook ...

Heat 3/4" water in saucepan to a simmer.
Lightly oil inside of dishes with virgin olive oil.

Carefully break an egg into each dish,
then gently set into simmering water.
Cover pan and steam about 10 min.

Carefully remove dishes from pan, cool 5 min.,
then gently spoon around egg to release
(or just serve in dish).

Rod

[Amigoo]

The new Geometry Diet (keeps a Food Pyramid)

Consume serious carbs (not too many) earlier in the day,
then consume only veggies after Pi (3:14 PM)

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/01/health/u ... index.html
"Ultraprocessed foods linked to cancer and early death"

"Ultraprocessed foods include prepackaged soups, sauces, frozen pizza, ready-to-eat meals and pleasure foods such as hot dogs,
sausages, french fries, sodas, store-bought cookies, cakes, candies, doughnuts, ice cream and many more."

"hundreds of studies link ultra-processed foods to obesity, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and overall mortality"

Naturally, after finding a sale on ice cream this news appears, butt ...
topping with dried unsweetened shredded coconut will supply good fiber!
And nuts are not ultra-processed. OMG! This might be health food!

Rod ... ... (off to find other "health food")

[Amigoo]

Whipped Cacao (unsweetened dip)

Pour 16oz container whipping cream Into a bowl
and slowly whisk in fermented cacao powder
until thick (but not too thick). Refrigerate.

Add sweetener or whatever to serve as a dip
and/or spoon into hot milk or coffee.

Whipping cream without additives is best.
Why fermented cacao? That's what I had

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/arti ... ELESS.html
"Over-the-counter pills that claim to boost memory and brain function are usually USELESS"

"The contents of the pills are safe, though. (However,) many of the ingredients
are in common foods a person would be eating anyways."

Maybe better than a lottery (a few people win at the expense of many "investors"). On the other hand,
many diets include so much processed food, that some supplements (like vitamins) may be important.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Hummus

Re: https://littlesunnykitchen.com/pumpkin-hummus/

"Vegan pumpkin hummus, rich and creamy, you'll love the texture.
It’s a super healthy and easy to prepare dip."

Tip: Canned pumpkin is nutritious and super convenient.


Southwestern Chip Dip (adapted from Pumpkin Hummus)

Ingredients:

15oz can chickpeas (include juice)
1/2 15oz can pumpkin puree
3/4 tsp salt (if no salt beans)
2 tbsp dried cilantro
1 tsp garlic granules
1 tsp chili powder
1 tbsp virgin olive oil
2 tbsp tahini

Directions:

Add to food processor in order listed,
then process about 3-5 min.


Karrotamus (adapted from Southwestern Chip Dip ;- )

Ingredients:

15oz can chickpeas (include juice)
1/2 15oz can pumpkin puree
3/4 tsp salt (if no salt beans)
3 tbsp dried cilantro
1 tsp garlic granules
1 tsp chili powder
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp virgin olive oil
2 tbsp tahini
2/3 cup finely shredded carrots

Directions:

Add to food processor in order listed,
then process about 3-5 min.
Just stir in carrots last.


Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/food- ... -chocolate

"You can try to avoid ingesting lead but it is almost impossible, since it occurs naturally in soil and gets incorporated into anything that grows within it ... bottom line is that if you are eating enough chocolate to have to worry about lead, you are eating way too much chocolate."

Apparently, conservative consumption of chocolate is not a problem for most adults.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Saucyness

Pumpkin + Tomato Soup base for convenient conversion
to soups and stews. Even add a cup of preferred salsa
to convert to no-cook chip dip! Refrigerate until used.

Ingredients:

15oz can pumpkin puree
10oz can tomato soup
1 tsp garlic granules
2 tbsp dried cilantro

Directions:

Combine well and refrigerate.

Try red chard and sweet onions sautéed in olive oil,
then stir in canned beans and Saucyness for a quick soup.
Add water or preferred broth, mushrooms to upscale;
include juice of canned beans.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Today's culinary conundrum ...
"(Fartings) are humorous - diabetes is not."*

(Fartings) indicate consumption of dietary fiber,
therefore a farting diabetic is humorously healthier
than one who does not (consume good fiber).

* "The Psychobiotic Revolution",
by Scott C. Anderson, 2017

Today's humorous conundrum ...
Since "fartings" do not convert to "beep-beep",
more than one must be sociable.

Rod