Thursday, May 10, 2012

May 9, 2012

Under Our Willow Tree

Suzie

Did you know chia seeds, as in chia pets... are good for you? Not only that, when you let them soak in water they turn into a gel that can be used as a fat replacement. I know, sounds totally unappetizing but I tried this method for the first time and put it in my smoothie. It did not break down as much as I wanted but I will try baking with it soon.
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5 comments:

  1. Jamie Ridler StudiosMay 10, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    Whoa, that's fascinating. Who knew?

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  2. Jamie Ridler StudiosMay 10, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    And omg, I love your cutting board!!

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  3. Suzie RidlerMay 10, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    I know, aren't the seed wild? They were great in my pizza crust too and they're full of omega!

    Thank you, I am so glad you like the cutting board too Jamie. I'm in love with it! :) Thank you for noticing!

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  4. ShannonMay 10, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Who knew chi-chi-chi-chia had so much healthy pow!! That's awesome and adventurious foodie Suzie!!

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  5. Suzie RidlerMay 10, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    I thought it was a joke Shannon, LOL. Thank you! I was a little nervous about this one. Low-fat baking with it is going to be the real test. Personally, I like them ground up with my flax seed in Alpen the best.

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