No one likes a whiney blogger, though, so let's get to more fun things... like blended grain pudding!
When I posted about my encounters with the Eden grains (spelt flakes and kamut flakes), a few readers asked if these grains were as dense/filling/creamy as oats. My answer: Sadly, no. They're good; don't get me wrong. But the kamut and spelt flakes are just--for lack of a better word--flimsy in comparison to those marvelous oats.
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It was only a matter of time before, in an attempt to make these grains creamier and more filling, I subjected the flakes to my favorite cooking method/gadget--The Creamifier
Dun Dun Dun!
Better-n-Cream of WheatChocolate-Covered Song of the Day
Unbelievable (Workout Mix)
Chocolate-Covered Meal of the Day
The meal of the day is for today's Second Breakfast. Last night, I made up one and a half servings of kamut flakes (a.k.a. 60 grams instead of 40-- I like me a BIG bowl of grains). I added quite a bit of cinnamon and used the melted-banana trick. Then I subjected the grains to my now-famous Blended Grains' Technique.
This morning, upon my return from a chilly run, the gorgeous grain pudding was waiting for me.
I poured on a pool of warm almond milk and basked in the deliciousness.
Blend, Baby, Blend
Taking an almond-milk bath (It's good for the skin, haven't ya heard?)
And in true chocolate-covered fashion, I devoured some Dark Chocolate Dreams alongside the blended kamut pudding.
Perfection.
25 comments:
The cream of kamut sounds great!
I knew you would try to creamify your knew grains. :)
I must have some kamut flakes! Where can I get some?
Your blended goodies are the single best thing that's happened to me. :)
I bet those grains would make good snacks! I always crave an oatmeal snack yet I find it too filling twice a day haha.
Oh no! I'm almost out of Dark Chocolate PB, thanks for reminding me.
gotta admit - that addition of dark chocolate dreams at the end really did me over =)
I love it that you always feature new and fun products. Where do you hear about this good stuff?
Me too! I am now catching up with blog reading and commenting while I watch the Oscars. How do I let my google reader get so backed up?
Blend baby blend!
You know I love it Katie. Keep up the blending!
Yum, that looks delicious!
Hurray for blending! And if it's better than cream of wheat, that's a good thing, because I do not like me cream of wheat!
i JUST finished my jar of pb&co dark chocolate dreams today and the empty jar is so sad-looking. must replace this void in my life asap. i will DEFINITELY try the blended grains method, mmm... such a good way to get whole grains! i always love me some almond milk.
xoxo
What do you mean you have a life outside of the blog?!
You are definitely making me think I need a handheld emulsifying blender...
HOW DARE YOU have a life outside of the blog??!?!?!?
I tried your blended hot cereal (oats) over the weekend...YUM!!
I might just have to blend up some grains right about now. Mmmmm
Will you be my breakfast chef, please?
wow, I LOVe how you create these cool new dishes with different whole grains. but like you, I'm afraid nothing beats good ol' oatmeal! still, I'm willing to give other grains a try...
You know so many creative ideas for breakfast foods! i feel waaaaay under par;) and seriously girl, no worries on lack of commenting/posting-if anything it makes us all feel better knowing we're not alone when we struggle too! I hope you have a great start to your Monday!
Mmmm...I love cream of wheat so I bet cream of kamut is awesome too! I need to get my hands on some of that chocolate PB!
that looks awesome! kamut even sounds fun to eat!
p.s.- great workout song...i think i ran a little faster the other day when that song came on my ipod the other day :)
Welcome back :) I'm loving the blended grains btw. I made my first batch and it was amazing! Of course I had PB & chocolate in mine :)
I blend my grains, too, but I do it a bit different than you do. I figured this out one day when I had forgotten to start them the night before and I didn't want to wait for my oatmeal to cook.
I put my grains and liquid in the vita-mix (sometimes with some of my toppings such as a banana or dates) and blend. Then I pour it in a microwave save bowl and zap it until the grains are done. Stir it often, though so you don't get lumps.
They are super creamy this way and cook so fast.
Just remember to watch them. I didn't watch my oatmeal this morning and ended up having to clean the microwave.
ooh, i like the looks of those flakes!!
Love all of your blended grain creations! Have a great Monday!
Wow, what a great way to eat more kamut! I love that grain.
That's really pressing my comfort food buttons!
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