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[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.brighteon.com/
(search for: "Making Moose Pile Pie tonight")

Apparently, the weapon against the wall hints that
you should always like your serving of Moose Pile Pie.

Re: https://www.walltawk.com/blog/2011/09/m ... opita.html

This Spanakopita filling would be good Moose Pile for your preferred crust.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Veggie Tofu Casserole

Walk-on-water nutrition with serious protein.

In‌gredients:

16oz pkg extra firm tofu, mashed
1 cup egg whites
1 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
3/4 tsp garlic granules
3/4 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup light oat bran
2 tbsp virgin olive oil
16oz pkg frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 med. sweet onion, diced
shredded cheese topping

Directions:

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

Combine first ingredients as listed,
stir in olive oil, then fold in veggies;
top with cheese when foil removed.

Spoon into baking dish, cover with foil,
bake 55 min., then remove foil
and continue baking 20 min.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Spanish Peanuts Spooner
(not finger food)

Into 2 cups roasted Spanish peanuts*
stir 2 tbsp virgin oilve oil, then stir in
3/4 tsp garlic granules, 1/4 tsp salt,
2 tsp chili powder, 2 tsp paprika,
and 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper.

Suggested serving size: 1/3 cup.
Serve with demitasse spoon (or use as
condiment for complementary dishes).

* In glass baking dish, bake raw peanuts
at 350F degrees 45 min., stirring 3 times.

Rod

[Sandy]

Thank you, Rod.
Mom and I have been snowed in all week and if only I had some oat bran I'd be making the O'Pumpkin muffin tops. I could have sworn I bought some oat bran.
Thank you!
xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Seed Spooner

Versatile condiment or even mini side dish
(when combined with preferred whatever),
promoting walk-on-water nutrition.

In med. bowl, combine 1/4 cup virgin olive oil
with 16oz pkg raw pumpkin seeds, then stir in
1/2 tsp salt and 3/4 tsp garlic granules.

Optional: Stir in 1 cup minced fresh cilantro
and 2 tbsp dried cilantro (controls moisture).

Keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Oat Bran T-Bread (makes 9 flat rounds)

A simple flatbread with serious fiber.
To upscale, include 2 tbsp caraway seeds.

Ingredients:

1 cup light oat bran
1 1/3 cups hot green tea
1/4 cup flaxseed meal
2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

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

In mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients
until porridge consistency (about 1/2 minute).

Spoon onto parchment paper, spread to 3/8" thickness
(or shake baking sheet and/or drop on counter).

Reduce oven to 375F, bake 45 min., then turn over,
removing parchment and continue baking 10 min.
(or longer for crispy).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Cranberried Apples

Seriously seedy 'n tart fruit compote.
Increase water for seedy 'n saucy.

Ingredients:

16oz pkg frozen cranberries
1 1/2 cups water
1/3 cup dark chia seeds
1/3 cup cranberry seeds
2 pkts True Lemon Powder
2 med. tart red apples, diced

Directions:

Simmer frozen cranberries in water
just until berries burst, then stir in
remaining ingredients (apples last).

Allow to cool, then refrigerate.
Stir before serving.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Magic Mushroom Soup

Not those mushrooms! - portobellos,
that completed this impromptu soup concept
... but cilantro was the real inspiration.

Ingredients:

1 cup green lentils, sprouted*
1 1/2 cups chopped, shredded carrots
3 cups chopped portobello mushrooms
2 cups chopped sweet onions
10oz can cream of mushroom soup
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp coarse black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic granules
1 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp virgin olive oil

* sprout small green lentils several days
until 1/4" sprouts form, then simmer
in 3 cups water to al dente.

Directions:

Cook lentils separately from
carrots, mushrooms, and onions
for balanced al dente texture.

Then combine all ingredients
and simmer just until heated
(stir in olive oil after heating).


See also: https://flavorsofthesun.blogspot.com/20 ... happy.html
"Cilantro with Mushrooms - Another Happy Accident"

Becomes nutritional Walk-On-Water with garlic! ...
and makes good use of more cilantro stems! ...
but include extra firm tofu for protein!


Rod

[Amigoo]

Chewy Barley

Hulled barley is ideal for creating moist, chewy grain
that requires only several minutes of cooking
with a long aftersoak (about one hour).

Ingredients:

1 cup hulled barley, rinsed
2 cups simmering water

Directions:

Stir rinsed barley into simmering water, cover pan
and cook 5 min. after simmering begins again.
Remove pan from stove, cover pan lid with
pot holder or towel and let soak one hour.

Stir briefly, then use or refrigerate.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://cafedelites.com/butter-chicken/
"Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)"

Actually, the spices for the sauce would
complement other protein (even extra firm tofu,
then include baby bella mushrooms).

Water-diluted plain yogurt could be a substitute
for the heavy cream in the sauce. And now,
frozen petite green peas come to mind ...
suggesting Butter Tofu 'n Peas


For the Butter Tofu 'n Peas:

2 tbsp virgin olive oil
2 tbsp ghee (or 1 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp oil)
1 xlg onion, chopped
1 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp finely grated ginger
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp garam masala
1 tsp ground coriander
15oz can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp red chili powder
1 cup diluted plain yogurt
1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
1 tbsp sugar

16oz pkg extra firm tofu, bite size
12oz pkg frozen petite green peas
3 cups baby bella mushrooms

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pepitas Tapa (hors d'oeuvre)

Combine ...
2 cups raw pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp garlic granules
1/2 tsp salt

Serve 1/3 cup with ...
3-4 cherry tomatoes
wedge of preferred cheese

Garnish with ...
sprigs of fresh cilantro

Rod

[Amigoo]

Cracked Cacaophony
(brands mentioned for ingredients reference)

Ingredients (creates 90.666% cacao):

two 3.17oz bars Ghirardelli 86% Cacao
one 3.17oz bar Ghirardelli 100% Cacao
1 cup dried, finely shredded coconut*

* https://www.target.com/p/let-s-do-organ ... A-14771160

Directions:

Place sheet of plastic wrap on small tray.
Melt chocolate, stir in coconut, spread on tray,
cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

When solid, break into bite size pieces.
Keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Drop Cakes (makes 9 cakes)

Simple pumpkin flatbread with baking sheet
dropped once on counter before baking.

Ingredients:

1 2/3 cups light oat bran
1 cup soy milk, warmed
1/2 15oz can pumpkin puree
1/4 cup flaxseed meal
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp sugar
1/3 cup egg whites
2 tbsp virgin olive

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),
stirring well each time.

Spoon onto parchment paper, then drop
on counter to flatten. Reduce oven to 375F,
bake 50 min., turn over and bake 10 min.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Tomato Paste Dip
(Paleo-style, no-cook recipe)

EZ Delicious 'n nutritious condiment.
Sweetness confirms tomatoes are 'fruit'.

Ingredients:
6oz can tomato paste
2 cans water
1 tbsp dried cilantro
1/2 tsp garlic granules
1/8 tsp salt
1 tbsp virgin olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Directions:
Mix well, refrigerate overnight,
then stir before serving.


Tomato Paste Spread

Ingredients:
6oz can tomato paste
2/3 can water
1 1/2 tbsp dried cilantro
3/4 tsp garlic granules
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:
Mix well, refrigerate overnight,
then stir before serving.


Rod

[Sandy]

Thank you, Rod!
xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Instant Pumpkin Pudding
(Paleo-style, no-cook recipe)

Simply delicious and nutritious
To upscale, serve with raw walnuts,
sliced almonds, or hemp seeds ...
and a dollop if you dare.

Ingredients

15oz can pumpkin puree
1 cup 0% plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
1/8 tsp salt

Directions:

Mix well and refrigerate.

Rod

[Sandy]

I am going to make some of the pumpkin pudding today. Can you believe I actually have all the ingredients!
xxSandy

[Amigoo]

Applesauce Drop Cakes (makes 9 cakes,
sweetened only by applesauce)

Simple applesauce flatbread with baking sheet
dropped once on counter before baking.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups light oat bran
1 1/2 cups natural applesauce
1/3 cup egg whites
3/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 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),
stirring well each time; let rest 5 min.,
then stir vigorously.

Spoon onto parchment paper,
then drop on counter to flatten.
Reduce oven to 375F, bake 50 min.
For crispy, turn over, bake 15 min.

Rod

[Amigoo]

More about applesauce ...

Re: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is ... od-for-you
"In general, whole apples are a better source of fiber than applesauce."

"Apple peels appear to be a rich source of antioxidants. Some older research found that the peels
have significantly higher amounts of flavonoid and anthocyanin antioxidants than apple flesh."

Rod

[Amigoo]

Mooned Cacaophony Cake

Impromptu, no planning exploration of nutritious cacao nibs.
Top slice with two small dollops for Mooned Cacaophony Cake.

Ingredients:

6oz pkg raw cacao nibs
1 cup water
3.17oz 86% cacao bar

1/2 cup natural applesauce
2/3 cup light oat bran
1 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2 xlg eggs + 1/4 cup egg whites
1 tbsp virgin olive oil

Directions:

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

Pour water into medium sauce pan, stir in rinsed cacao nibs,
then cook 5 min. when nibs begin to simmer. Turn off heat,
top with cacao bar pieces and cover pan.

Stir in remaining ingredients when cacao bar melts
(olive oil last), spoon into baking dish, bake 55 min.

Simmered cacao nibs + cacao bar
could be added to other pastry recipes
(skip this cake recipe).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Mustard, of Coarse

Spoonable, very granular, coarse mustard condiment.

Combine 12oz container Coarse Ground Dijon Mustard,
3/4 tsp garlic granules, 3/4 tsp turmeric extract powder,
2 tbsp flaxseed meal, and 2 tbsp dried cilantro.

Keep refrigerated.

Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://mealbetix.com/5-high-protein-fo ... ncy-pantry

"5 High-Protein Foods You Need in Your Emergency Pantry ...
Hemp Seed, Spinach, Moringa, Alfalfa, Broccoli"

"And don’t get me started on growing these plants yourself, because
every yard is filled with spraying from neighbors and nearby farms,
plus all the chemtrails that fall to the earth daily."

From chemtrails that "don't exist"? Or from stuff we see up there?
Nevertheless, this infomercial reminds that veggies have protein

Rod

[Amigoo]

Koroneiki Greens

A walk-on-water condiment, first tested with Koroneiki olive oil
(you'll walk on water in the parking lot to get more ingredients).

Combine 16oz pkg raw pumpkin seeds, 1/4 cup virgin olive oil,
3/4 tsp garlic granules, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tbsp dried cilantro,
and 2 tbsp dried chives (fresh herbs have better nutrition
but flavors dominate mild pumpkin seed flavor).
Keep refrigerated.

Tips: If too dry, include 1-2 tbsp water.
If desired, skip herbs until served.

See also: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11 ... pkin-seeds
"Pumpkin seeds are highly nutritious with powerful antioxidants."


Re: https://www.monogramoliveoil.com/produc ... oil-taste/
"Koroneiki ... one of the most preferred cultivars for olive oil production."

"It has an exceptional vivid deep green colour, velvety texture with a robust fruity characteristic flavor
and scent of freshly-cut grass, green leaves and wild-herbs. Its taste is powerfully fresh and harmonious
with subtle notes of artichoke and green pepper, offering a pleasurable delicate spicy finish."

How to identify exceptional olive oil (high price is no longer the best clue).


Rod

[Amigoo]

Re: https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2024/0 ... rig-na.cnn
"People are eating fried toothpicks (in South Korea)"

While not typical wooden toothpicks, "deep-fried green starch toothpicks"
suggest the power of deep frying to make lotsa stuff palatable ...
but usually requiring significant seasoning.

Perhaps, the secret of new menu items (like insects).

Rod

[Amigoo]

Pumpkin Flatbread Cakes (makes 9 cakes)

Plain, pumpkin-flavored oat bran cakes,
nutritious 'n tasty "survival food".
Upscale with Sesame Seedy PB*.

Ingredients:

2 cups light oat bran
1 1/4 cups soy milk
1/2 15oz can pumpkin puree
1/3 cup dessicated coconut
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp salt
3 tsp sugar
1/3 cup egg whites
2 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),
stirring well each time; let rest 5 min.,
then stir vigorously.

Spoon onto parchment paper,
reduce oven to 375F, bake 55 min.

Tip: Also bake as sheath cake,
use cookie cutter to separate
and bake 10 min. for crispy.


* Sesame Seedy PB (super chewy spread)

Pour oil off top of 16oz jar Natural Peanut Butter,
then replace with virgin olive oil and stir in
1 cup raw sesame seeds; increase oil to thin.
Upscale with 3/4 cup raw sunflower seeds.

Complementary dried fruit (refrigerate with PB for max chew)
Re: https://www.yahoo.com/news/know-dairy-b ... 00754.html
"dairy builds bone health. But there’s a sweet alternative"

"Prunes contain calcium and a serving has 20% of daily vitamin K requirement
as well as potassium, magnesium, boron and B vitamins. All of these nutrients
work together for bone strengthening. Prunes also contain multiple polyphenols
and 3 grams of fiber per serving."


Rod