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Peanut Butter Kettle Corn

Nick — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:17:00 +0000

Movie night! Tonight on the agenda was a flick called “Black Sheep”. I was searching for the classic Chris Farley comedy from 1996, but it seems the title was rehashed in 2006 for a very different type of movie; a movie about blood-thirsty zombie sheep in New Zealand. How could I resist? Naturally, a movie of this caliber requires popcorn. Thanks to the invent of movie theater “butter” popcorn is usually not considered health food, but I intend to change that. Corn is a whole grain, therefore popcorn is a whole grain. Popcorn kernels contains more fiber than an apple, a banana, 2 oranges or a serving of barley. The only problem is that the carbs in popcorn digest super-quick into your bloodstream, bad for people with diabetes or those watching their weight. Guess what dramatically slows down the digestion of these carbs? That’s right, nature’s perfect food: peanut butter.

Express Eats: Peanut Butter and Cheese

Nick — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:20:49 +0000

I’ve paired peanut butter with some pretty strange things that turned out to be awesome. Such recipes include Peanut Butter with Eggs, Peanut Butter and Tomatoes and of course, Peanut Butter and Buffalo Wing Sauce. Along those lines, I bring you another seemingly-odd combination for the latest Express Eats installation, Peanut Butter and (cold) Cheese. This one was suggested by a reader, and while I was skeptical at first, one bite had me pleasantly surprised. This is a perfect protein-loaded midday snack or appetizer for a formal gathering (sure to start conversation). Be sure to pair the cheese and peanut butter so neither one is stronger in flavor than the other. If you really want to get fancy, sprinkle some sea salt or crumbled bacon on top.

Express Eats: Peanut Butter Hot Dog

Nick — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 13:40:00 +0000

This scary-sounding recipe is a long time staple of mine, but don’t let the name fool you. This recipe is for anyone, anywhere, anytime. There isn’t a market in the world that doesn’t sell bread, bananas and peanut butter (or peanuts, in which case you can make your own!). It’s so simple and delicious that it deserves the Pulitzer Prize and at least one Grammy. This recipe is further proof that Express Eats don’t sacrifice on creativity or flavor.

Express Eats: Banana Bites

Nick — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 14:21:46 +0000

It’s official – this collection of 1 minute recipes is now called Express Eats. Welcome to the third installment. I can’t take full credit for this one since a buddy suggested I try peanut butter and granola on banana slices. I took the idea and ran with it! This is pretty straightforward (I guess all of the Express Eats are) but I’ve never thought of it before. It’s a perfect snack for kids and you can get really creative with it. To be honest, I had almost as much fun making it as I did eating it. That’s a lie, it was like 4 different parties in my mouth. Got an Express Eats idea? Send me some suggestions!

Express Eats: Peanut Butter Elephants

Nick — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:32:46 +0000

That’s not a huge spoon you see, that’s a miniature chocolate elephant. Everybody knows that elephants like peanuts but did you know that chocolate elephants like peanut butter? Here’s another Express Eats, although it’s really just a quick snack idea I wanted to implant in your head. Stauffer’s now makes chocolate animal crackers and they taste just like Cocoa Puffs. The point is, they’re delicious when dipped in peanut butter. As an added bonus, it’s also a great vegetarian snack that’ll make vegetarians feel like they’re cheating.

Express Eats: Raspberry Truffle Coffee

Nick — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 18:31:19 +0000

Hey everyone – long time, no eats! It’s been a while since my last recipe but you’re all in for a treat. I’m developing a new recipe series called Express Eats that are designed to take literally 1 minute or less. The idea is based on the fact that not everyone has the time (or desire) to make a fancy 3-course dinner or a rockin’ bowl of oatmeal every morning. So I’ve come up with a few super quick recipes to add a little spice to your day. This can be anything from a quick and innovative snack to a twist on an morning staple (like this coffee recipe). But I need some feedback. What do you think – is this series a good idea or not? And do you like the title “Express Eats” or can you think of something better? Other names I was contemplating: 60-Second Eats, Minute to Make it, Done in 60 Seconds. Suggestions?

Roundup: Peanut Butter Exhibition #10 – Things Are Heating Up!

Nick — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 15:03:40 +0000

Enough with the teasers – the results are in! We received 30 recipes with an incredible variety making this one of the biggest and greatest Peanut Butter Exhibitions yet! Me and my co-hosts from Bran Appetit, Living Healthy in the Real World, and Baking and Boys took our time reviewing and rating these recipes, especially considering the outstanding prize at stake: A variety pack of 6 jars of Peanut Butter & Co Peanut Butter for each of the Top 3 contestants. Read on for the peanut butter overload and of course, the undisputed HOT Peanut Butter Masters!

Peanut Butter Grilled Cheese

Nick — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 01:14:41 +0000

The new year is almost upon us – so what’s your New Year’s resolution? Since the world as we know it will end in 2012, your resolution this year better be a good one. How about: “To eat more peanut butter!” If so, you came to the right place. Keep my motto in the front of your mind so every time you grab something to eat, you’ll remember “everything is better with peanut butter.” How about starting off the new year with a unique twist on a classic. Adding crunchy peanut butter to a grilled cheese adds nuttiness, good texture, and more gooey goodness.

Baked Peanut Butter Figs

Nick — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:41:49 +0000

Have you had enough of peanut butter and chocolate? Me neither. While the chocolate is optional, the peanut butter is not. Perhaps this is a little late, but nothing brings in the fall like the end of fig season! If you can still find fresh figs at the store or if by any chance your fig tree is still bearing fruit, you must give these a try. You can use a “regular” peanut butter or try a natural peanut butter with no sugar (and with salt) for a salty/sweet treat.

Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait

Nick — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 15:40:00 +0000

Sometimes the order in which you do things can make or break a situation, like when putting on your clothes or disconnecting a car battery. While you won’t look like a fool or get electrocuted if you get the order wrong, making this parfait falls under that category. Sure, you can mix your favorite granola into a bowl of yogurt but you can’t call it a parfait. Similar to Peanut Butter Cereal, eating this is an experience akin to digging for gold, or in this case, liquid nuts.