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Calorie Count always ranks Peanut Butter as either a C or D when I go to log it, and generally there are no negative points for it. There are a couple pros, but no cons, according to the site, yet it's ranked poorly, probably due to its higher calorie count, right? I'm just trying to figure out why else it's ranked to be nutritionally not so good for you. I've heard great things about peanut butter's health benefits in the past, so I'm just a bit confused. Also, I have one serving of peanut butter on toast for breakfast nearly daily and when I look at my daily analysis, for breakfast the 16g of healthy fat I'm consuming from the PB shows up in red, meaning I'm over-consuming bad nutrients, according to the key. It's one serving- how is eating one serving of something over-consuming it and unhealthy? If you eat the peanut butter without hydrogenated oils and everything, you're getting healthy fats that your body needs, plus some protein. Is it really bad to have two tablespoons- one serving- of peanut butter at a time? Or is CC highlighting that in red unnecessarily? Thanks!
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Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Superfood of the Week: Almond Butter
You may have noticed that the once rather sparse peanut butter section at your grocery store is now overflowing with about a hundred kinds of deliciously thick and creamy alternative nut butters. From its sweet and nutty flavor to its superb nutritional profile, it's official: almond butter is our favorite. It's like peanut butter's trendy and tasty best friend. Did I mention how versatile it is? The sweetness of raw almond butter is the perfect partner for whole-grain toast in the a.m. or whipped into a stir-fry at night. And get this -- recent studies show that dieters who chomped on almonds daily shed 62 percent more weight and more than half the fat than those who didn't. I bet that'll get you on the almond butter train! Try it out with one of these three satisfying recipes.
Almond Butter Rice Krispie Treats: Hold up -- a healthy Rice Krispie treat? Oh yeah. This fantastic Whole Foods recipe is as chewy and decadent as the original without that sugary, buttery price tag of the original that'd weigh you down. What more could you ask for in an afternoon treat? With it's short ingredient list, this recipe is bound to become one of your new staples.
Tofu, Veggie and Almond Butter Stir-Fry: This wonderfully unique Asian-inspired recipe from Whole Living is just what you need to spice up your dinner routine. This well-rounded meal is loaded with energy-boosting vitamins from the veggies like bok choy, bell peppers and broccoli plus a serious protein punch from the tofu. Douse all that deliciousness in a thick and creamy almond butter sauce and holy yum!
Almond Butter and Jelly Smoothie: Your morning is about to get a whole lot tastier with this healthy twist on the timeless PB&J sandwich. Forget the bread and kick-start your day with a naturally sweetened, creamy, nutty smoothie. Simply combine 1 cup of frozen red grapes, 1/2 of an overripe banana, 2 tbsp almond butter, a cup of milk and a dash of vanilla in a blender. Blend until smooth!
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Saturday, March 24, 2012
Skinny Peanut Butter Pie – Recipe
Me and my sister at her birthday dinner!My sister and I have this thing for peanut butter desserts. As in, we have a “thing” for them!
We L-O-V-E them!
So, when I saw that Skinny Taste had a new recipe for a Skinny No -Bake Peanut Butter Pie, I knew I had to try it. Then, when I saw it contained Better ‘n Peanut Butter, I knew I would love it!
Not only did I have to try it but I had to make it for my sister. We have to share these special moments!
Her birthday was last weekend so it was the perfect opportunity to make the pie for her. The rest of the family was having ice cream sundaes and since Katherine and I are eating healthier, I knew this was the perfect dessert for her!
I stepped out on a limb and made the pie and let me just say — It was delicious!
If you love peanut butter and cool whip and pie crust and fast desserts, this one is for you!
Skinny Peanut Butter PieEach slice is 5 Weight Watchers points plus
Yield: 10 slices
Ingredients
5 ounces Reduced Fat Cream Cheese – softened1/2 cup Confectioners Sugar1/3 cup Better n Peanut Butter (or PB2)8 ounces Fat Free Frozen Whipped Topping1 pie crust Reduced Fat Graham Cracker Pie Crust3 tablespoons Hersheys SyrupDirections
Beat cream cheese and confectioners sugar together in a medium bowl. Spray your 1/3 cup measurer with non-stick spray. Measure out Better n PB and add to mixture beating until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Pour mixture into graham cracker pie shell, cover and refrigerate until firm (at least 4 hrs) Drizzle with chocolate syrup before serving. Enjoy every delicious bite!
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