UB Cookin'

[Amigoo]

On the other hand ...

Being convinced that Assisted Intelligence is the inevitable future, even the trending Obsolete
will be tempted by reasonable offerings in the AI barnyard. For many probably await
Economical Intelligence (aka "mature", "free", "discounted", "sale priced").

Already this "Economical Intelligence" + "trending Obsolete" suggests a familiar shopping tune
for inevitable AI sampling: E I E I O ( https://supersimple.com/song/old-macdon ... farm-2018/ )

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pop Quiz ...

Which barnyard animals did not close their eyes when speaking
What does it mean Ask your preferred AI.

For Extra Credit ...

Of this series*, what would AI have predicted
for the eyes of the first animal to speak?
* gobble, moo, baa, neigh, quack, oink

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.quora.com/Is-it-safer-to-ta ... -one-daily
"Is it safer to take a multivitamin every other day than to take one daily?"

"while multivitamins can be beneficial for certain populations, they are not a substitute
for a healthy and balanced diet. Varied diet that includes wide range of nutrient-rich foods
remains the best way to obtain the most essential vitamins and minerals."

Apparently, need for vitamin/mineral supplementation when "healthy and balanced diet"
exists is best determined by medical testing. However, a healthy human body is tolerant
of unnecessary supplementation and eliminates the excess (i.e., supplements are good
for business and rarely problematic in recommended dose).

... which leads to today's wordsmith conundrum:
If yesterday and tomorrow are "every other day",
what is today? Don't know? Ask your preferred AI
(also reveals the personality of your AI).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.newscientist.com/definition ... ngers-cat/

"Quantum theory is very strange. It says that an object like a particle or an atom that adheres
to quantum rules doesn’t have a reality that can be pinned down until it is measured."

Suddenly, this suggests that AI is both "not intelligent" and "intelligent",
depending on definition of "human intelligence" and leads to other questions:

Can an AI system own a cat or choose to sit under an apple tree
And is AIQ a thing possessed by AI and/or by some humans
well-enlightened by AI Obviously, AI has a certain reality ...
that adheres to what rules The rules of its creators?

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/20/business ... index.html
"Tyson Foods, one of the biggest meat producers, is investing in insect protein" (Oct, 2023)

"The meat processor said on Tuesday that it has invested in Protix, a Netherlands-based insect ingredients maker.
Tyson is not only taking a minority stake in the company, but is working alongside it to build a US factory. That facility
will use animal waste to feed black soldier flies, which will then be turned into food for pets, poultry and fish."

Best guess: Don't start reading packaged and fast-food labels - these foods will probably
taste the same (or even better) if typical food engineering continues.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/videos/tv/2024/02/27/sstb-meati.cnn

"Colorado company Meati is producing steaks and cutlets from mushroom roots,
growing in a few days the meat equivalent of several 100 cows."

OMG! MushMeat, an alternative to lab-created meat

See also: https://meati.com/mushroom-root/
"MushroomRoot™ 101"

Promising new food science but mushrooms are already healthy nutrition.
Are these new meat-like products better than real mushrooms
First guess: No. Second guess: If you're fond of Spam, etc.
you may like this (and other faux meats)!

Rod

[Amigoo]

Matcha Hummus

Makes good base for Matcha Mame**
and has distinct Umame taste/texture.

For appetizer or for special ceremony,
serve with steamed sea vegetable(s)
and sagacious shot of Sake (sah keh).

Ingredients:

3 cups water or broth*
1 cup chickpea flour
1 1/2 tbsp matcha tea powder
1 1/2 tsp garlic granules
2 tbsp dried parsley
3/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup black sesame seeds
3 tbsp virgin olive oil

* increase after cooking
to make Umame sauce

Directions:

In medium sauce pan, heat water until simmering,
then whisk in the pre-mixed dry ingredients.
Allow to cool 5 min., then stir in olive oil.

Notes: These ingredients provide more texture
and complementary flavors for chickpea flour.
For Western palates 'n plates, steamed broccoli
or asparagus is a good "see vegetable".


** Matcha Mame (maa may)

For stew with pre-sautéed veggies
and quick-boiled edamame, include:

2 cups shelled edamame
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 1/2 cups chopped celery tops
1 1/2 cups chopped sweet onion
15oz can chicken broth
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp ginger


Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.theguardian.com/society/202 ... lth-review

"Ultra-processed food (UPF) is directly linked to 32 harmful effects to health, including a higher risk of heart disease,
cancer, type 2 diabetes, adverse mental health and early death, according to the world’s largest review of its kind ...
rapidly rising global consumption of UPF such as cereals, protein bars, fizzy drinks, ready meals and fast food."

Consumers favor UPF for convenience and taste appeal
and don't expect it to provide health benefits. However,
potential harmful effects might be a surprise.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.brighteon.com/
(search for: "BUTLER COUNTY SHERIFF DEFENDS SERVING")

"Sheriff says he’s been serving Warden Burger for years without issue."
(served as every meal for people in isolation)

"The burger includes ground turkey, beans, oatmeal, tomato paste,
cabbage, carrots, potatoes and onions, along with flour and dry milk."

Reasonable short term nutrition (weeks - not months).
Serve on special occasions as individual items, skip flour,
hydrate milk with water, and call it the Butler Buffet.
(Burger size suggests a small child's plate)

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Patty Cake

Simple pumpkin flatbread baked as one round,
then rolled with pizza cutter into squares.

Ingredients:

1 2/3 cups light oat bran
1 cup hot water
1/2 15oz can pumpkin puree
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 tsp sugar
1/3 cup egg whites
2 tbsp virgin olive
1 cup raw sunflower seeds

Directions:

Place parchment paper on cookie sheet;
pre-heat oven to 400F degrees.

In mixing bowl, combine ingredients
one-by-one as listed, olive oil last,
then fold in sunflower seeds.

Spoon onto parchment paper, cover with plastic wrap,
pat down with cutting board to flatten. Remove wrap,
then reduce oven to 375F and bake 55 min.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wellness-us ... cians.html
"How olive oil could be making you FAT and UNHEALTHY"

"But at about 120 calories per tablespoon,
olive oil is extremely calorie dense and easy to overdo."

Tip: Some nutritionists comment that a balanced diet of fresh foods
provides sufficent dietary oil without needing even more. But a tablespoon
a day can still be considered "super food", depending on other dietary fat.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pucker Berry Sauce

Simmer 16oz pkg frozen cranberries
in 1 cup water until soft, then mash
and stir in 1 tbsp gelatine powder.

Then stir in 1/3 cup cranberry seeds
and 1 pkt True Lemon Powder (optional).
Stir in 1/3 cup dessicated coconut last.

Allow to cool, then refrigerate.
Top with raw walnuts or sliced almonds
to serve as Pucker Berry Pudding
or serve as Pucker Berry Sundae
with strawberry ice cream.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Mixed Veggie Fritata (serves four)

Simple veggie pancake.
Tasty served with mild salsa.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup light oat bran
1 tbsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
2/3 cup hot water
1/3 cup egg whites
2 tbsp virgin olive oil

12oz pkg frozen mixed veggies,
rinsed then microwaved to al dente.

Directions:

Heat large non-stick frying pan to medium.

Combine dry ingredients in mixing bowl,
stir in hot water, egg whites, olive oil;
fold in cooked veggies without juice.

Spoon evenly into frying pan, cover pan,
reduce heat to low, and cook 15-20 min.


For easy Veranda Veggies,
thaw frozen veggies in hot water,
spoon over mini bites of firm tofu,
microwave, drizzle with olive oil,
sprinkle with S & P, then serve
on the veranda.

However Mama's Edamame
is more popular at the B&B down the street:
Simmer angel hair edamame pasta to al dente,
top with the thawed veggies and microwave,
then drizzle/sprinkle as desired; even serve
on the veranda if you got one.


Rod

[Amigoo]

Canned Corn Casserole (new concept)

Comfort food with nutritional focus.
If desired, freeze onion to pre-soften.

Ingredients:

15oz can non-GMO corn + juice
1/3 cup light oat bran
1 tbsp dried cilantro
1 tbsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp garlic granules
1/4 tsp salt
3 lg eggs + 1/3 cup egg whites
1/4 cup light oat bran
2 tbsp virgin olive oil
1 med. sweet onion

Directions:

Dice sweet onion and freeze overnight;
separately refrigerate canned corn + juice,
1/3 cup oat bran, and herbs+spices.

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

In a large bowl, whisk eggs,
stir in refrigerated oat bran mixture,
then 1/4 cup oat bran, and olive oil,
folding in diced onions last.

Spoon evenly into baking dish,
reduce oven to 350F, bake 50 min.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Simply Salsa Mia
Try with Canned Corn Casserole.

Combine 6oz can tomato paste,
1 1/2 cans water, 1/2 tsp garlic granules,
1 tbsp each dried cilantro, dried parsley,
1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar,
1/4 tsp salt, 1 tbsp virgin olive oil.

Fold in 1 cup chunky mild salsa,
then keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Red Freckle Apples

Wash, then dice 3 large red apples,
add 1 1/2 cups natural applesauce (chilled),
1/4 rounded cup cranberry seeds,
and 2 pkt s True Lemon powder.

Stir gently to combine,
then keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Quick research about MAK-4 and -5 mentioned in the book
"Freedom from Disease" by Hari Sharma, MD, 1993

(p.35, paraphrased) Natural Vitamin C (from food) is accompanied by up to 100 other nutrients
known as biofllavonoids which assist in the absorption of ascorbic acid (often sold as Vitamin C).
Confirms what nutritionists keeping saying ("get nutrients from food - not supplements").

Re: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1894988/
"MAK-4 and -5 supplemented diet inhibits liver carcinogenesis in mice"

"Free radicals have been implicated in carcinogenesis. Antioxidants, which provide protection against
free radical damage, are present in MAK 4 and MAK-5. The chemical composition of these herbal mixtures
includes alpha tocopherol, beta-carotene, ascorbate, bioflavonoid, catechin, polyphenols, trans resveratrol,
riboflavin, tannic acid, and other low molecular weight substances."

"Inducers of phase II enzymes, present in fruits and vegetables, have been shown to prevent carcinogenesis."

"anticarcinogenic activities of MAK may also be a result of enhanced functioning of the immune system."
(apparent corollary: reduced functioning of the immune system permits cancer)

Rod

[Sandy]

Hi Rod,
I would like to make the Mixed Veggie Fritata for Mom. I think I am boring her to death with my cooking these days and need to put more thought and interest into what we eat. I like cranberries so looking to try the Pucker Berry Sauce recipe too. (Love that Name so true...) Only one fruit might pucker you more...Crabapples. It used to be a popular yard tree when I was a kid as it bloomed simply gorgeous in the Spring. The only drawback was in late Summer when the fruit ripened and dropped. It would attract Yellow Jackets. (and they are not a bee to be messed with )
Many thanks for creating, testing, and sharing most of the recipes you post here.
xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Red Cabbage Kraut

Super quick 'n easy cabbage/kraut synergy.
Sprinkle with sunflower seeds when served.
To upscale, top with Greek yogurt
then sprinkle with dill weed.

Ingredients:

med. head red cabbage, finely shredded
15oz can shredded sauerkraut
1 1/2 tbsp red beet powder
1 1/2 tbsp caraway seeds
3/4 tsp garlic granules

Directions:

Rinse then microwave red cabbage
to desired texture (try al dente).

In a large mixing bowl,
combine remaining ingredients,
then stir in cooked red cabbage.
Refrigerate overnight.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Egg Under Veggies

Refrigerate to create instant meals.
Substitute heated tofu for egg if desired
(or refrigerate combo, microwave later).

Ingredients:

steamed eggs + whites
12oz pkg frozen mixed veggies
med. sweet onion, diced

Directions:

Lightly oil heatproof bowl, carefully crack eggs
into bowl, place in double boiler and steam
until whites start cooking (maintains separation).
Add liquid egg whites to cover, finish steaming.

Rinse, then steam frozen veggies in pan
with small amount of water. Add diced
onion before completely cooked.

Serve scoop of veggies over one egg
or refrigerate for quick meal later
(microwave briefly).

Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with S&P.
Cherry tomatoes on the side to upscale

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/arti ... frica.html

"Global cancer phenomenon ... U.S., UK, Japan, South Africa and Australia are among dozens
of countries suffering mystery spikes of all different kinds of tumors in young people"

"More recent researchers have begun to focus on a genetic component to early-onset cancer.
Some have found younger people develop more aggressive tumors than older patients,
which are better at suppressing a person's immune system."

That the immune system is not so robust in young people is a clue!
Maybe their immune systems are more vulnerable to external influences
... and the chart's projected sudden increase begins at 2020.

"The microbiome can be 'disrupted' by dietary changes and an increase in antibiotic use.
The upsetting of the microbiome can lead to inflammation, which has been linked
to an increase in several diseases, including cancer."

At least, this suggests improvement of the microbiome
is helpful (e.g., better diet with fresh food and more fiber).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Tasty Mustard Spread

Ingredients:

8oz 0% Greek yogurt
6oz coarse ground Dijon mustard
2 600mg capsules turmeric extract powder
(twist capsule to empty)
1 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp garlic granules

Directions:

Sitr well, refrigerate overnight.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Appley Flatbread

Supporting Actor in Culinary Role
(begs accompaniment)

Ingredients:

1 2/3 cups light oat bran
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 cup natural apple sauce
1/3 cup half & half
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup egg whites
1 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:

Place parchment paper on cookie sheet;
pre-heat oven to 400F degrees.

In mixing bowl, combine ingredients
one-by-one as listed, olive oil last,
let rest 5 min. then stir vigorously.

Spoon evenly onto parchment paper,
reduce oven to 375F and bake 50 min.
Roll with cookie cutter to separate.

Rod

[Sandy]

Hi Rod.
I would like to try the Appley flatbread this week. I haven't been able to find the oat bran at the small grocery store I have been shopping at, though. (It is close by. I can only leave Mom for a very short time.)
There are other recipes using oat bran that you have shared that I used to enjoy making when I lived in Australia too so I may need to order it from Amazon.
Thank you for the new recipes!
xxSandy

[Amigoo]

About Lion's Mane supplement ...
(when your brain meows but needs to roar)

Re: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dsd9m33jlkA
"7 DANGERS of Lion's Mane! Watch Before You Take"

Re: https://www.optimallivingdynamics.com/b ... factor-ngf
"32 Proven Ways to Increase Nerve Growth Factor (NGF)"

Mentions Lion's Mane but there's more:

1. Exercise
2. Sleep
3. Meditation
4. Sunlight (Vitamin D)
5. Low-Level Laser/Light Therapy (LLLT)
6. Cognitive Stimulation
7. Social Interaction
8. Acupuncture
9. Massage
10. Yogic Breathing
11. Intermittent Fasting
12. Cold Exposure
13. Reduce Inflammation
14. Increase BDNF
15. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
16. Omega-3 Fatty Acids
17. Turmeric (Curcumin)
18. Green Tea (EGCG, Theanine)
19. Magnesium
20. Zinc
21. Lion's Mane Mushroom
22. Resveratrol
23. Cinnamon
24. Alpha Lipoic Acid
25. Acetyl-L-Carnitine
26. Ginkgo Biloba
27. Phosphatidylserine
28. Gotu Kola
29. Bacopa Monnieri
30. Ashwagandha
31. Rhodiola Rosea
32. Probiotics

So, Lion's Mane may or may not be a great supplement
(and this info hints real food is better than supplements)

Rod