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[Amigoo]

Ranch-style Banana Bread

City folk may prefer added sweetener
(1/3 cup brown sugar is popular ...
or drizzled later with maple syrup).
Serve with raw walnut pieces.

"What about them egg yolks?"
Save 'em for Ranch-style Eggnog
(yolks, cream, rum, etc.).

Ingredients:

2 1/3 cups rolled oats (not thick)
3/4 cup half & half, briefly warmed
1/2 cup egg whites, briefly whipped
3 tbsp virgin olive oil (or melted butter)

1 1/3 cups mashed banana
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking powder

Directions:

Pre-heat oven to 350F degrees;
lightly oil 8"x 10" baking dish.

In a large bowl, stir oats with half & half,
then stir in egg whites, then olive oil.

In a medium bowl, combine banana
with spices, then baking powder.

Vigorously stir mashed banana into oats,
then pour evenly into baking dish;
bake 50 min.

Rod

[Sandy]

Hi Rod,

Your Ranch-style banana bread recipe may be what I am looking for when my parents come home for an overnight this week end. I was looking for something of that nature that is healthy. I was wondering how you think it would taste with the human motor oil drizzled over it?

Thanks!
xxSandy


Sandy, Motor Oil is not so complementary to the Banana Bread
(I munched on MO after a heated slice of BB last night).
However, coffee then made the MO "dessert" tolerable.

BTW1: BB reheated after refrigeration,
seemed better "bread" than when just baked.
This hints that BB as a small loaf could work,
if baked at 325F for an hour or so.

BTW2: MO with walnuts refrigerated is a Yum
For marketing: "Serve now MO Bettah Cacao"

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/living/10-meat-alte ... index.html
"10 meat alternatives nutritionists swear by"

A good list of meat substitutes! However, the tenth ignores that
some food aficionados define this with a different "swear by"
(it's a bit too reflective of modern lab-created "meat" ...
with similar perspective on the new insect offerings).

Rod

[Sandy]

Hi Rod,
I will avoid pouring MO over the ranch banana bread. Thank you for taste testing the combination. I was thinking I will use what you suggested for the recipe (the 8" by 10" casserole pan) this week end when my parents are here.

My sister is struggling with low carb flours and getting the textures right for baking. Did you like Lupin flour in your test baking? I mentioned it to her and she had never heard of it.

Thank you too for the "10 Meat Alternative..." article. I found that very helpful. I am now wishing I had picked up and eggplant at the grocery store on Sunday.

xxSandy


Sandy, I still haven't bonded with lupin flour. The info shouts "good nutrition",
but I've found that most "flour" makes blood sugar control more difficult!
I even discarded a bag of lupin flour, then purchased another later.
Go figure! ... I'm still drifting away from processed foods.
Go figure! ... Even 100% cacao powder is "processed".

As for the ranch banana bread ...
Today's breakfast was a refrigerated slice reheated, with walnuts.
A hearty Banana Bread Pancake comes to mind.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Broccoli Slaw Cornbread

Not recipe of former President G.H.W. Bush.
First feedback from far West Texas ...
"Who eats this BS Cornbread!"

Speaking of Heads of State ...
(and with a new king's coronation soon),
this recipe reminds of a Ranch-style Quiche.

Ingredients:

9oz pkg raw broccoli slaw
1 med. sweet onion, sliced thin
6oz pkg Texas Style Cornbread Mix
2 xlg eggs + 1/3 cup egg whites
2/3 cup half & half
2 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:

Lightly oil 8" x 8" baking dish;
pre-heat oven to 350F degrees.

Rinse broccoli slaw in salted water, drain well,
mix with sliced onion, then spread in baking dish.

Whisk cornbread mix with remaining ingredients,
olive oil last, then pour evenly over broccoli slaw.

Bake covered with foil 50 min., remove foil,
and continue baking 20 min. If desired,
immediately top with shredded cheddar.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Raw Almond Putting

"You be putting almonds in applesauce."
Hydrated almonds as pudding-like treat.
(sliced almonds are best for dentures)

Ingredients:

2 cups natural applesauce
3 tbsp light oat bran
3/4 cup raw almonds with skin
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup water

Directions:

Mix, then refrigerate overnight;
stir before first serve.

Shredded coconut complements these flavors
(increase applesauce and/or water if necessary).

Rod

[Sandy]

Thanks Rod,
I love overnight oats as well as soaked almonds. So it is a big win for me.
xxSandy


Sandy, The recipe as Putting favors the oat bran,
but various oats and applesauce have good synergy!

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/arti ... diets.html
"Leading cardiologists rank the 10 most popular diets in terms of heart health"

Difficulty of maintaining diet, expense, and ingredient availability
were also factors in this ranking. This hints that a Personal Focus Diet
(most meals should feature best-for-health items) is preferable ...
with expense, availability, etc. necessary constraints.

Tip: Food is not "medicine" in the best diets - Bon Appétit

Rod

[Amigoo]

Appley Sauce

A nutritious & delicious spooner.

Combine 46oz container unsweetened natural applesauce
with 3 packets True Lemon powder; set aside 1 cup*
Use remaining portion for Appley Sauce:

Combine 3 cups applesauce, 1 cup raw almonds,
and 2 med. tart red apples (washed 'n chopped).
Refrigerate overnite and between servings.

* Use this portion of Appley Sauce to preserve
mashed avocado: Refrigerate avocado in glass bowl,
topped with 1/4" Appley Sauce after servings.
Sauce has complementary flavor but can be
discarded (or consumed separately)
between servings of the avocado.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Mighty Marinara Sauce

This also makes nutritious survival food
(sauce is already cooked, but simmer if desired)

Include 1 1/2 cups diced zucchini (not peeled, inner core optional)
for a cold pasta sauce salad. Serve with cheese and bread sticks.

(taught at an Italian school for young men)
"When you can kiss a tomato 'Good morning!',
you have been a good boy (officially graduated)"

Ingredients:

24oz jar Marinara Sauce
6oz can tomato paste
1 1/2 cans cold water
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
2 tbsp dried parsley
1 tsp garlic granules
1 1/2 tbsp virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely shredded carrots

Directions:

Mix well, olive oil last,
then refrigerate overnight.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Flatcake, 2EZ

Pumpkin flatbread, baked like cake; like spoon bread - eat like pancake.
Upscale with maple syrup drizzle - tasty, served with raw walnuts!

Also like oatmeal bread (serve in bowl with half & half).
OMG! Whatsit?! "Please sir, I want some more."

Ingredients:

15oz can pumpkin puree
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 tsp baking powder
3/4 cup light oat bran
1/3 cup half & half
1/3 cup egg whites
2 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:

Lightly oil 8" x 8" baking dish;
pre-heat oven to 375F degrees.

Combine ingredients as listed,
spread evenly in baking dish,
reduce oven to 350F degrees,
then bake 55 min.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Goldilocks Newbrosia

A coconutty ambrosia re-do with nutrition upscale.
Proportions determined by your inner Goldilocks.
("chunked" means chopped big)

Ingredients:

3 cups natural applesauce
2 packets True Lemon powder
2 med. tart red apples, chunked
3/4 cup raw almonds with skin
1/2 cup shredded dried coconut

Directions:

Mix 'n refrigerate overnight.

Rod

[Amigoo]

5-Minute Pumpkin Pudding
Top with a dollop to upscale.

Ingredients:

15oz can pumpkin puree
3/4 cup half & half
1/2 cup shredded coconut*
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
3 tbsp brown sugar
1/8 tsp salt

* unsweetened, dehydrated

Directions: Mix well;
add pumpkin puree last.
Keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Culinary wisdom ...

In social space no one can hear you taste
... unless you smack your lips!

So, take your buds to outer spaces:
Combine 1 cup natural applesauce,
1/2 cup stone ground mustard,
1 tsp turmeric extract powder,
1 1/2 tbsp dried parsley,
1/2 tsp garlic granules.

Refrigerate overnight,
then serve on whatever's
in your current space.

Try ricotta cheese instead of applesauce
and increase quantity as desired (try 3 cups).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... movie.html
"Burger King ... launches red and black Whopper ... to cash in on the release of the new Spider Man"

"The new Whopper is not dissimilar from the one fans have come to know,
except it's sandwiched between a red bun spotted with black sesame seeds."

This might be good promotional segue to real insect-themed fast food.
Meanwhile ... check out the good nutrition of black sesame seeds:

Re: https://sakura.co/blog/black-sesame-see ... r-for-you/
"Black Sesame Seeds vs White: What’s Better?"

"Sesame seeds are usually categorized by their color, brown, black, tan, and white.
Typically brown, black, and tan colored ones are unhulled varieties. White ones,
more commonly seen on hamburgers, are the hulled varieties... The hull,
as a standalone, contains more micronutrients overall."

Hmmm ... include black sesame with black peppercorns
for a new spice grinder combo! "B&B" comes to mind.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/arti ... DOUGH.html

"Health coach reveals four-ingredient recipe for weight loss COOKIE DOUGH that she says 'works like Ozempic'
and helped her to shed 15 POUNDS in just 60 days ... you'll probably have a very hard time eating very much else
after this cookie dough because it releases such high amounts of your GLP-1 and works like a natural version
of Ozempic for suppressing your appetite."

Two pounds a week is not impressive weight loss, compared to healthier eating plus exercise.
And you should have good health when starting, since you won't be getting balanced nutrition.

On the other hand, two tablespoons of this completed recipe
as a snack (and without the Oreo) might be beneficial ...
assuming other food excess is reduced.

On the other other hand, half of a mostly green banana,
sprinkle of cinnamon, and some raw walnuts is a better snack.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://board.1111angels.com/viewtopic. ... 91#p218662
"Combine 1 cup natural applesauce, 1/2 cup stone ground mustard ..."

Culinary reality ...
"Savory applesauce?! Who eats this stuff?"

Plan P for Walk-On-Water* nutrition and appeal.
Combine 46oz container unsweetened natural applesauce,
3 packets True Lemon powder, 1 cup pumpkin puree.
Upscale with 3/4 cup raw almonds and chopped apple,
then refrigerate overnight.

* W-O-W! (they say)

"What's it called?" Dunno! Pappley Sauce?

Rod

[Amigoo]

Red Bell Ricotta

Versatile cheesy dip with slight sweetness.
Garnish with preferred fresh herb.
Try a scoop on a waffle!

Ingredients:

15oz container Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
1/3 cup Coarse Ground Dijon Mustard
1/3 cup dried red bell pepper flakes
1/2 tsp turmeric extract powder
1/2 tsp garlic granules

Directions:

Briefly soak pepper flakes in very hot water,
then drain well; stir into remaining ingredients.
Keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/wbd/what-is-goulash/index.html
"What is goulash?"

Since beef is traditional protein in goulash,
no-beef goulash might be Vegelash (or Fauxlash).
Edamame comes to mind as complementary protein,
making Mamelash (3 syllables) another recipe.

Here's a basic recipe where edamame works
(include 3 tbsp virgin olive oil):
https://iwashyoudry.com/easy-goulash-recipe/

Tip: Also try with cooked chicken or white fish.

Rod

[Amigoo]

More about goulash ...

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

"The word gulyás originally meant only 'herdsman', but over time the dish became gulyáshús ('goulash meat') –
that is to say, a meat dish prepared by herdsmen... Today, gulyás refers both to herdsmen, and to the soup."

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/usshowbiz/a ... years.html
"Playboy Mansion chef says Hugh Hefner ate the same meal every day for four years"

Actually, a simple breakfast can be sufficient nourishment to start the day,
especially when a later snack can supplement that new day nourishment.
Apparently, the oft-touted "full breakfast" advice is better for those
whose day begins with significant stress and physical labor.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Broccoli Slaw Casserole

Good for grain-free morning carbs!
Serve with preferred cheese.

Ingredients:

16oz pkg fresh broccoli slaw, rinsed
1 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
1 1/2 tbsp dried chives
1/2 tsp garlic granules
3/4 tsp salt
2 xlg eggs + 1/2 cup egg whites, whipped

Directions:

Toss broccoli slaw with spices,
then steam in 2-qt bowl 30 min.;
pour on whipped eggs, steam 15 min.
(use double boiler to steam)

Tip: Choose broccoli slaw pkg
with good balance of veggies.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.simplehealthykitchen.com/faux-ice-cream/

"It’s magic what happens, when healthy frozen banana and a bit of cocoa powder are combined together
in a blender or food processor. The result, a luscious creamy frozen treat, it's healthy ice cream."

Chunky Monkey Cacaophony (new inspiration)

Blend frozen bananas with 100% cacao powder and top with dark chocolate chunks (or chips)
and crushed walnuts. Include very cold whipping cream to satisfy your inner (and outer) chunky monkey.

Rod

[Sandy]

Thank you, Rod!
Some of your latest recipes tick all the right boxes for my diet right now.
xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Applesauce Flatcake

Camp-style baked oats 'n stuff*.
Consume like pancakes 'n waffles.
Upscale servings with walnuts.

* or bake like muffin tops
on non-stick baking sheet,
then call them "flatcakes".

Ingredients:

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup half & half
1/2 cup water
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup egg whites
2 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:

Lightly oil 8" x 10" baking dish;
pre-heat oven to 375F degrees.

Mix ingredients in the order listed,
stirring well each time. Let rest 5 min.,
stir, then pour evenly into baking dish.

Bake 45 min.

Rod