My husband, Mike, and I moved from NJ to Southwest Florida in September 2006. I currently work for the local county Facilities Dept. and fill my free time with crafts, reading and my experiments in the kitchen.
When I decided to try different protein bars and “review” them, I didn’t realize how many delicious bars were out there. This has been a wonderful and tasty endeavor.
happen to be my favorite berry. I could eat them every day and be happy. When I saw that the One Bar had a blueberry cobbler flavor, I had to try it. It took a while for me to find them, but I finally hit the jackpot this weekend.
Look at how delicious this bar is.
It really does taste like the blueberry cobbler that your grandma used to make. The flavor is spot on. The consistency is chewy with a bit of a crunch. Altogether delicious. And filling. I ate half of one as a morning snack and, after two slices, I was satisfied.
How do the macros stack up? I think pretty good.
See if you can get your hands on one to try. I found mine at Walmart.
Have any protein bar suggestions for me? I’d love to taste-test your favorites.
Are you looking for a delicious, healthy alternative to dairy milk? Meet Mooala Banana Milk! This milk is made from bananas, so it’s naturally sweet and creamy. It’s also low in sugar, sodium, and carbs, and it’s gluten-free.
What’s more, Mooala Banana Milk is a great choice for smoothie making. It’s thick and filling, so it will help you stay satisfied longer. Plus, it’s a good source of dietary fiber and potassium. That little hint of cinnamon makes a big difference!
So if you’re looking for a delicious, healthy, low-sugar alternative to dairy milk, give Mooala Banana Milk a try! You won’t be disappointed!
Here are more photos of the bottle.
The Story Behind Mooala: Mooala was started by Jeff Richards. Jeff was a dad who wanted to make better eating a way of life for his family. He was always on the hunt for foods and drinks that were made with nature’s best ingredients and were free of artificial stuff. So when he started hearing about a plant-based milk that was made from bananas, he was intrigued. He tried it out and knew this was something special. He could taste the freshness and the banana flavor. And he hopped on the idea of creating his own version of plant-based milk that was free from any artificial ingredients. Fast forward to today and Mooala has become a household name. They are committed to creating delicious, dairy-free products that are made with all-natural ingredients and no added sugar. Nutrition and Benefits Of Mooala Banana Milk: Mooala Banana Milk is packed with nutrition. It’s made from real bananas and is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Plus, it’s low in sugar, sodium, and carbs. And it’s free from dairy, gluten, soy, carrageenan, and artificial hormones. In addition, Mooala Banana Milk is a great choice for smoothie-making. It’s creamy and filling, so it will help you stay satisfied longer. And it’s a great source of calcium, protein, and other essential nutrients. For those of you looking for a dairy-free alternative that still has the creamy taste and texture of regular milk, Mooala Banana Milk is the perfect choice. So give it a try and see for yourself why it’s becoming a popular choice for many households.
Have you tried any plant based milks that you would like to recommend? Put them in the comments!
The older I get, the less I tolerate bread. Plain cheese pizza can cause me so much discomfort that it ruins my pizza craving. I’ve been trying more cauliflower based crusts. Today I tried this cauliflower crust flatbread. it was tasty. But how do the macros stack up?
While searching for the next protein bar brand and flavor to try, I ran found these little bags of Power Crunch Protein Poppits. I thought it would be a nice change from the protein bars and they were only $1.98 at Walmart, so I grabbed two bags. The first bag I tried was the BBQ flavor.
I’ve never been a big fan of BBQ potato chips, so I went into this with my mind made up that they were not going to be good. Well, I was WRONG! These little crunchy balls of BBQ goodness are delicious. They are very barbecue flavored in a good way. You get the smokey, sweet, and tanginess of an actual barbecue. How do the macros stack up? Pretty good. One bag is 110 calories, 4.5g total fat, 5mg cholesterol, 430mg sodium, 3g carbs, and a whopping 15g protein!
But, are they crunchy? Take a look in the bag at these crunchy little nuggets of yum!!
Very delicious! Very crunchy! So flavorful that I couldn’t eat the whole little package in one sitting. I’m going to try them as a crouton on a salad or I might try them on a bowl of tomato soup.
Bottom line – These BBQ treats are yummy. I also have a bag of the ranch flavor, which I will review another day.
Do you have any favorite high protein snacks or treats that you would like to share. Comment below and start the conversation.
I get really excited when I find out that a new book is being released by an author I enjoy. Imagine my great joy when I heard that Amy Hill Hearth had a historical fiction book coming out about the 1916 shark attacks that occurred at the Jersey shore. I was lucky enough to obtain an advanced reader copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
Amy Hill Hearth’s upcoming historical fiction
I devoured the book in two days. Yes, I said devoured- like a shark.
I grew up in New Jersey and had never heard of these shark attacks. I spent many days “down the shore” in my youth. I don’t think I would have been as keen to get in the water had I known about these attacks.
This is a fictionalized retelling of the events that occurred during the Summer of 1916, through the eyes of the surgeon who treated the victims, Dr. Halsey,
Told with urgency, as the doctor tries to convince the authorities, as well as the public, to take safety measures, things go from bad to worse. No one wants to shut the beaches and lose money, so they dismiss Dr. Halsey’s alarm. The consequences are disastrous, leaving four dead.
I really enjoyed how the author highlighted the humanity of those involved as well as the heroism shown once the people accepted that there was a shark, or sharks, attacking.
Silent Came the Monster will be released on May, 16, 2023. Why not preorder a copy from your local independent bookstore, or wherever you buy your books?
It has been a month since Chicken Salad Chick opened near us and I am a big fan. I’m slowly working my way through their flavors. My favorites so far, are Fancy Nancy and Patti Thai-riffic.
What happens when I get a craving for my favorite Chick and I can’t get my hands on any? Kathy get’s sad. So, have been on the lookout for a copycat recipe. I found one and have tweaked it to my liking. I served this on low carb sun-dried tomato wraps.
Faux Fancy Nancy Chicken Salad
Ingredients
2 cups of chopped rotisserie chicken
1 fuji apple, chopped
1/2 C seedless red grapes, cut up
2 TBSP chopped pecans
1 cup mayo
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 tsp ranch seasoning
Add all ingredients into a bowl and stir until well combined.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes prior to serving.
Will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Makes 4 servings
This was spot on. I did not put celery in because I am not a fan. You can add finely chopped celery like Chicken Salad Chick does if you would like.
You can experiment with lower calorie substitutes for the mayonnaise. I used Dukes, which I love. If you want to lighten it up but keep that mayo taste, use half mayo and half fat free greek yogurt.
I hope you get a chance to try this recipe. I made enough to supply me with lunches all week. This made my day.
Hmmm…I can’t imagine what attracted me to this flavor. Could it be the giant maple glazed doughnut on the cover?
Before I get into the taste test, how do the numbers stack up?
Serving size 1 bar, calories 230, Fat 8g, saturated fat 6g, trans fat 0g, polyunsaturated fat .5g, monounsaturated fat 1g, cholesterol 10mg, sodium 150mg, total carbs 23g, dietary fiber 3g, total sugars 1g, protein 20g.
Higher in calories and lower in fiber than yesterday’s White Chocolate Raspberry Quest bar. So, how does the taste stack up?
OMG. The moment I bit into a piece of this protein bar I was a kid again. This tastes like a Bit-o-honey candy only less sweet.
It was absolutely delicious and, despite the lower fiber content, very filling. I cut the bar into smaller pieces to snack on and was satisfied before finishing half of the bar. It had a texture similar to the Bit-o-honey with a light maple glaze. Since it was so satisfying, I ate half as a morning snack and the rest as an afternoon snack.
So, what brand/flavor should I try next? Do you have a favorite? Or maybe you have a good recipe for me to try. Let me know in the comments.
So today I tasted the white chocolate raspberry flavor of the Quest Protein Bar. First the macros:
Serving size 1 bar, calories 190, Fat 8g, saturated fat 3g, trans fat 0g, cholesterol 5mg, sodium 250mg, total carbs 22g, dietary fiber 13g, total sugars 1g, protein 20g.
The numbers look good but how does it taste?
DELICIOUS!!!! It reminded me of raspberry cheesecake. No artificial after taste. There was real raspberry in this bar. I would definitely eat this one again. I’ll have to try other flavors too.
Tomorrow I will be tasting a maple glazed donut One bar. I can’t wait.
Do you have any brands/flavors to suggest? Or maybe you have a good recipe for me to try. Let me know in the comments.
I am looking for protein bar suggestions. Since breakfast is around 5:30 AM and lunch at work not happening until 1:00 PM or 1:30 PM, i sometimes get HANGRY at work. I need a pick me up snack between breakfast and lunch but I want it to be healthy. Cereal bars are too high in carbs.
Please list your favorite store bought bars as well as any recipes you love. You can put them in the comments or click on my contact info and send me a message.
One of my big challenges is figuring out what to have for lunch on days that I work. Today I tried something new and it was TASTY!!!
Life Cuisine – Cauliflower Crust Chicken Mozzarella Piada. It took 3 minutes to cook. It was very flavorful and the macros were good. It kept me satisfied until dinner. I found this one in the freezer section at Publix. I plan to look for more from this brand.
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