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ALMOND MEAL BANANA CAKE

(DOUBLE BATCH) FOR A FULL BUNDT SIZE CAKE

 

CAKE INGREDIENTS:

6 CUPS ALMOND FLOUR

1 TSP SEA SALT

2 TSP BAKING SODA

1 TSP CINNAMON

¼ CUP AGAVE NECTAR

6 PACKETS TRUVIA SWEETNER

½ CUP GRAPE SEED OIL

6 EGGS (WISKED)

2 TBSP VANILLA EXTRACT

3 BANANAS

½ CUP APPLE SAUCE

 

PREHEAT OVEN TO 350, COAT A BUNDT PAN WITH NON STICK SPRAY.

IN A LARGE BOWL MIX TOGETHER ALMOND FLOUR, SALT AND SODA AND 1 TSP. CINNAMON. IN A SMALLER BOWL COMBINE AGAVE, TRUVIA, OIL, EGGS AND VANILLA. MASH BANANAS WITH APPLE SAUCE AND COMBINE WITH OTHER WET INGREDIENTS. MIX WET INGREDIENTS INTO DRY INGREDIENTS

MAGIC DUSTING POWDER:

MIX 2 TSP. CINNAMON AND 2 PACKETS TRUVIA IN SMALL BOWL

POUR HALF OF THE BATTER INTO THE BUNDT PAN, SPRINKLE HALF THE CINNAMON/TRUVIA MIXTURE IN THE PAN, POUR REMAINING BATTER INTO PAN AND SPRINKLE REMAINING CINNAMON/TRUVIA MIXTURE ON TOP.

BAKE FOR APROX 40-45 MINUTES. UNTIL IT PASSES THE TOOTHPICK TEST.

I started out with an already fantastic, healthy pancake - and tweaked it just a bit to boost the protein and cut a little of the "bad" carbs. I wouldn't recommend this for every breakfast, because it is still a little higher in the "unfavorable" carbs - but great if you are craving pancakes. My kids ate these this morning, and didn't even know that I tweaked them!

The idea of figs and cheese is sort of a take-off from the idea of eating protein with fruits. You know...like apples with cheese. Figs and cheese are just for us grown up kids.

Here is a link to where I originally posted my recipe:

Figs with Goat Cheese & Balsamic Vinegar

But basically, you cut the figs in half, press some goat cheese or bleu cheese into the center, heat under the broiler for a few minute and then drizzle with balsamic vinegar. The better the vinegar you use the better the taste is going to be. Adding goat cheese gives a much milder taste for those who don't appreciate the stout taste of gorgonzola cheeses.

I like to serve them on top of a bed of mixed greens. Not only does it look good but they taste great with the mixed greens too. These make a great snack or side dish for any dinner.

So this doesn't really qualify as a recipe but I just wanted to make a list of items I love! Kathy and I were talking the other day at a workout about certain items we like and I thought some of you may like to try them out! So here they are:

 

Better N'Peanut Butter - this is a creamy peanut butter with only 2 g of fat per serving, no sat. or trans fat, and it is absolutely delicious.....I know the point of PB is fat but if you are like me and can't handle the saltiness or thickness of normal PB this is for you :) Even Trav likes it

Morning Star Sausage Patties - these are vegan and amazing as well.....1 patty serves as 1 protein and they taste just like the ones from McDonalds....mmmmm

40 Calorie Bread - I am pretty sure this is what it is called.....it is in a shiny brown plastic bag but I like this because it's wheat bread but they are slightly thinner and smaller and 1 whole piece counts as 1 carb rather than having to cut it in half

Fresh Fruit - this is very basic but I wanted to let you all know Trader Joe's has exceptional fruit for pretty cheap........definately worth checking out. It is one of the best things to keep around

Laughing Cow Light Cheese - if you haven't already tried these, you MUST! They come in a wheel and are individually wrapped. One individual slice is of good size. My favorites are the swiss which is great on apples or the herb and cheese which tastes great on a rice cake

Turkey Bacon - I got Trav hooked on this.....I love the taste and it is so quick to make! Trader Joe's has very lean turkey bacon available but you can find it almost anywhere. It is a wonderful alternative to the real thing

Chile Lime Chicken Burgers - I have only seen these at Trader Joe's but they are so yummy.....especially when you are cravin a burger!

 

As you can see, I do a lot of my shopping at Trader Joe's but they have quite a wonderful assortment of foods and specialty items. And, unlike what many people think, it is not like Market of Choice or Whole Foods who tend to overprice the majority of their items. You can find incredible deals and most of what I have found is comparable to Winco so I suggest giving them a try. You will love it :)

 

 

 

Serves 2

Hot-and-sweet or your favorite store-bought mustard
2 6-inch corn or flour tortillas
4 ounces sliced smoked turkey
1 firm tart apple, peeled and thinly sliced
2 ounces low-fat mozzarella, low-fat cheddar, or soy cheese, thinly sliced
Olive Oil cooking spray

1. Spread mustard on one side of each tortilla.

2. Lay the turkey, apple, and cheese on one of the tortillas.  Top with the other tortilla, mustard-side down, to form a "sandwich."

3. Spray a nonstick skillet or griddle with olive oil cooking spray and heat over medium heat.  Place the quesadilla in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once with a wide spatula, until the cheese melts and the tortillas are lightly browned.  Cut in half and serve.

Per Serving: 11 grams crabohydrates, 22 grams protein, 3.6 grams fat