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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Keith Lachance | Posted under Supplements
Formulating Great Tasting Protein Recipes -- Five Easy Treats
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Protein come from two sources in your diet: animal- based foods such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products, and plant- based foods such as nuts, seeds, legumes, and grains. That sounds like a good foundation upon which to base a variety of great- tasting meals, doesn't it? You might also supplement your protein recipes with protein powder (like whey protein powder) if you are a body builder or someone who needs to develop a lot of muscle rapidly. Supplements can be added to your meals to reduce the food you actually consume to get enough of the required protein to bulk up quickly. Crunchy mixes, rich smoothies or shakes, and velvety puddings are perennial protein favorites to finish off a well- balanced meal or to eat as a snack. Try adding these yummy protein recipes to your own recipe collection or experiment in the kitchen to create your own tasty treats: Not Your Grandmother's Apple Pie Shake 8 oz (1 cup) skim milk1 scoop vanilla flavored protein powder3 Tbsp canned apple pie filling1/4 to 1/2 tsp allspice (or to taste)1/4 to 1/2 tsp cinnamon (or to taste)3 ice cubes Add all ingredients to blender and whip until frothy Sunny Orange Shake ¾ cup vanilla flavored yogurt2 Tbsp skim milk powder1/2 cup orange juice Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth High- Energy Trail Mix 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds1/2 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds1 cup unsalted whole peanuts1 cup raisins¾ cup shredded coconut¾ cup chocolate or peanut butter chips Spread coconut on cookie sheet and bake in oven until slightly crispy, or toast briefly in a skillet. This will only take a moment. Let cool. Mix together all ingredients and transfer to air-tight container. Makes a great snack on its own or sprinkled over frozen yogurt. Homemade Protein Bars (food on the run) 1 cup soy protein powder1/2 cup oat bran1/2 cup whole-wheat flour, approximately 1/2 cup1/4 cup wheat germ1/2 teaspoon salt¾ cup raisins1/2 cup dried cherries1/2 cup dried blueberries1/2 cup dried apricots1 (12.3-oz) package soft silken tofu1/2 cup apple juice1/2 cup (packed) brown sugar or brown sugar sweetener2 large whole eggs, beaten2/3 cup natural peanut butterCanola oil, for pan Preheat oven to 350F. Oil the bottom of a 13 by 9-inch glass baking dish with canola oil. Set aside. Combine protein powder, oat bran, wheat flour, wheat germ, and salt in large bowl. Set aside. Chop the raisins, dried cherries, blueberries and apricots and put them in a small bowl. Set aside. In another small bowl, whisk the tofu until smooth. Mix in apple juice, brown sugar, eggs, and peanut butter, one ingredient at a time, stirring after each addition. Add the contents of this bowl to the protein powder mixture and stir well. Gently fold in the dried fruit. Spread mixture into glass baking dish and bake for 35 minutes. Cool completely and cut into squares. Bars may be stored for up to a week in airtight container. Almost Cheesecake Pudding 1 cup ricotta cheese3 Tbsp fat-free cream cheese2 scoops vanilla flavored protein powder2 Tbsp sugar free vanilla or cheesecake flavor pudding mix Whirl all ingredients in food processor until very smooth. Chill for half an hour and enjoy! About The Author: Keith lachance is a professional writer about health and proteins. At his website, http://www.proteinlive.com he provides advise and information about different types of proteins and their benefits. If you need more information about protein visit the website. |
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