I’ve got the flour
Hey friends 
Happy Monday! Hope your week is off to a great start.
Last night, I was still feeling a little out of sorts, so the Madre made me a hummus sandwich on brown rice bread. It was the only thing that sounded really good.
It was pretty much amazing. Hummus, tomatoes, cucumber, arugula and balsamic.
We hung out for a little while, and the family who is adopting Vies at the end of the month came to visit and play with her. She LOVES them. It definitely breaks my heart, but I know it’s going to be so much better this way <3
My brother wanted to go late-night shopping and since the stores didn’t close until 11 last night (crazy!) we hit up a few places.
In between stops, we got our sweet tooth fixes.
A short soy no whip hot chocolate in a sad excuse for a snowman cup. 
We shopped it up –I bought a new foam roller since I accidentally left mine in Orlando- and came back to the casa for Four Christmases.
This morning, I was stoked to try out this stuff in my cereal:
Peanut flour! I’ve been seeing this around blogs forever, and even though almonds have replaced peanuts in my life for the most part, I thought I’d give it a whirl.
I mixed some in with 1/2 C uncooked oats, 1 scoop of Sun Warrior and 1 C almond milk, topped with cinnamon.
+ peppermint green tea
The peanut flour verdict? Not a huge fan. It tasted super peanutty and kinda bitter.
Maybe I just need to experiment and use it a different way. Any ideas??
Well I’m off to do the weights + spin thang and then coming back to the casa to create a new recipe I’ve had on the brain
See ya later today!
xoxo
Gina
Today’s workout jam: “Stereo Love” by Edward Maya
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ooooh-the peanut flour is super good in plain or vanilla yogurt 🙂 i like to add one packet of Stevia in the Raw to sweeten it up a bit.
it’s also great mixed with mashed banana.
can’t wait to see what your new recipe is.
I don’t think I’d like peanut flour… nothin’ wrong with the real thing! If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, right? 😉
Loved the movie Four Christmases. I’m a huge Vince Vaughn fan!
i love him too!
I’ve been wanting to try peanut flour for a long time too after seeing it on so many blogs. I’ve yet to track it down but I’ve heard it’s good in protein pancakes so I might give them a try. Have a great day Gina! 🙂
I must have missed a post – I didn’t know you had to find a new home for Viesa. Are you only allowed one dog at your new place?
no, bella and viesa don’t always get along. viesa is amazing, but she’s dominant and has tried to eat bella a couple of times. last time it happened, bella got badly injured and we ended up at the pet hospital. vies just needs to be with a family where she’s the only pet
I’ve tried peanut flour in some baking recipes (I subbed it in for a few TBSPs of regular flour) — it is definitely peanutty! Other than that its been sitting in my cupboard…
I love this title. I’m currently covered in flour from head to toe and baking up a storm!
what time can i come over? 🙂
From one pup mom to another I super respect you doing right by both Viesa and Bella. I can only imagine how hard it will be but it’s great that she loves the family who will be adopting her.
I kinda love the peanut flour in smoothies! With a banana and coco powder it’s beyond awesome!
My suggetion would be…..Peanut butter cookies!
I found that I’m not a huge fun of peanuts either after replacing them with almonds. They’re almost too sweet and too heavy for me.
once you go almond, you never go back 🙂
I’ve heard that you need to add salt to the PB flour. That might help with the bitter taste!
ohhhh! good to know 🙂
I recently used PB flour to make a spicy peanut sauce for this dish I made. It was AWESOME for that! But, I think the key might be mixing it with a pinch of sugar and salt before adding it into anything.
im an not a big fan of peanuts but I do have some almond pulp form this mornings almond milk dehydrating right now so I can make some almond flour. Peanuts just have such a strong taste to them :/ That sammy looks amazing and you have officially insired me to make some hummus today. I havent made any in a while and and i forgot how yummy it is on sammy’s Enjoy the day its supposed to be amazing all week long!!!!!
Funny, I just tried peanut flour as well this morning! I made a paste/sauce by diluting it with a combo of soymilk/water and adding some kosher salt. I had it on top of oats cooked with soy milk, water, pumpkin, cinn, ground ginger and topped with maple syrup. Not bad, but there is a lot to be said for the great mouthfeel from actual nut butters. However, I think this will be a great alternative for the days when I am craving a lighter breakfast but still want the peanut taste (sometimes nut butters sit like a rock in my stomach).
I definitely agree about the peanut flour! Almonds are number one for me!
aw, i didn’t realize you were giving Viesa away! at least it’s to a family that loves her and is going to give her a great home 🙂 and peanut flour? i have to admit, i’m a little intimidated by it!
I haven’t had the peanut flour yet, but I’ve heard if you add a little salt and a little sugar (stevia, honey, whatevs) it makes it taste amazing! 🙂
Haven’t tried peanut flour, only just heard of it recently!
I love your coffee mug! Mind if I ask where you got it?
my nana got it for me- i have no idea where she got it, but i love it 🙂
Almonds will always have my heart, but I’ve really fallen for the peanut flour 🙂 All I do is add some almond milk, cinnamon, and a few drops of vanilla stevia and eat it with a banana or apple. You can make the consistency however you like which is great- either super thick or runny as a dip. LOVE! The stats on it are great- awesome source of protein!
Gina, not sure about using the peanut flour raw… it might works in baked goods or maybe pancakes. There is a powdered peanut butter, basically dehydrated and ground peanuts (called PB2). It has a lot less fat and can be made into “peanut butter” again by mixing in some water (or oil). Definitely a good option to add peanut flavor to things. And tasty!
The quote on your cup is one of my favorites. Have a good day!
I actually love peanut flour! Ever since I put a temporary ban on nut butters for my self (because I get addicted!), I needed to find a substitute. Along with water, I will sometimes add cocoa powder and a tiny bit of a nut oil (walnut usually), just for extra flavor. I’ll use the end result to mix in oats, smoothies, and sweet potatoes!
So happy that Vies likes her new family. I can imagine how hard this is for you…
I love that mug quote… I have it on a few things… and it is Most Definitely the outlook I have and the way I approach life!
I can tell you do too <3
i happy that Viesa will be going to people you know and you will still be able to see her, and im really happy that she loves them! makes the transition a lot better . she’s such an angel. ill miss her face
Ooh yumm hummus, i gotta make another batch this week, my bf devours it so i need to make lots
i’ll miss her face too 🙁 but am so glad that she’s going to an amazing couple, who live close by and will send us pics 🙂
I prefer Maranatha Creamy PB, but the flour is ok if i’ve already had too much PB for a day. 🙂
I ordered a foam roller when you had the Halloween promotion but have not used it yet- not sure how. Do you have a detailed post about foam rolling? (And if not….reader request!!!) 🙂
Thanks! Hope you have a great Monday!
Hollie
yup i did a post on it! http://fitnessista.com/2010/10/foam-fail/
YAY, thanks!! 🙂
On peanut flour: I was super disappointed at first. I don’t like it in “sweets” like oatmeal or yogurt BUT it makes a mean peanut sauce/dressing, and I’ve found I really like it in savory combos. It also makes a good peanut soup: veg broth + a scoop of pumpkin + peanut flour = delicious soup. Add garbanzos and spinach if you’re feeling crazy… and obviously sriracha.
that sounds lovely!
I too just bought some peanut flour 2 days ago and have not experimented yet, I’ll let you know. 🙂
I have Peanut Butter GF Vegan Choc Chip cookies that use the peanut flour.
And also roasted chickpeas w/ cinny, sugar, peanut flour…they are heavenly!
Both recipes are on my site.
I never just eat the peanut flour straight up. And I do know some girls make “light” peanut butter, i.e. just peanut flour + water. Like a paste but honestly that would be far too bitter/chalky for me. I only use peanut flour IN recipes, not as a stand-alone.
You will find your peanut flour groove…I had mine for over 4 MONTHS before I even opened it and tried it! ha!
🙂
I can never get over how beautiful Viesa is! I’m so glad you guys found a wonderful home for her 🙂
Any update on the Sun Warrior promo? Did I totally miss it? I wanted to buy some for Christmas presents, ha.
it’s actually happening this week! we’re going to have a “follow” page and those who sign up will get the promo. i’ll definitely post the link when i have it!
I use peanut flour to make chocolate peanut butter smoothies: 1 cup almond/soy milk, 1 frozen banana, 1/4 cup peanut flour, 1T coco powder, 1t vanilla extract, dash salt. To quote the Fitnessista, “foodgasms.” 🙂
I’m so sorry to hear about veisa – I’m going to miss her and I know it must be so hard on you. She’s been blessed to have such a loving owner and I know you’re doing the best thing by giving her a new home with a loving family.
It sounds wonderful that you’ve already found a loving family for Veisa. I bet that will make the transition a little easier!
I’ve been wanting to try the peanut flour, but I’m not sure how I’d use it either. I am a fan of peanuts and peanut butter, so I figure I’d like it…
I make a paste out of mine by mixing it with water, a bit of maple syrup and cinnamon. Sooo much better that way- I agree that it’s kind of weird on its own!! And I’m glad Viesa likes the new family. Keeping you in my thoughts till the end of the month- enjoy your time with her!!
I make GF vegan peanut butter cookies with just a banana melted on the stove and peanut butter flour stirred in. I then top each one with a vegan chocolate chip–makes about 6 little cookies. Delicious.
hmm I’ve had an unopened bag of Peanut Flour in the pantry that I’m nervous to use. I’ll be careful now! Sounds like some sweetener is necessary.
Tried your Bfast cookie dough cereal today — taste is spot on!
glad you liked it!
I wish they made almond flour versus meal but PB flour is quite tasty in oats. I wish we had a trader joes. Hope your monday is a great one and your feelin’ better!
LC
How come you’re giving away Viesa? That’s sad : (
because viesa doesn’t always get along with bella. she’s attacked her a few times and bella was badly injured last time. she needs to be with a family where she’s the only pet.
I still want to try peanut flour too. Love that song right now.
I love peanut flour! I had to ban pb, because it can get uncontrollable for me. So I’ll make a peanut paste, with pb flour, a little sweetener and a bit of salt, and almond milk. I usually make it super thick and put it on top of oats or toast. Its also good mixed with a mushed up banana. Peanut flour pancakes, or cookies. you can sub out some regular flour for it. It tastes so much better if you add sweetener and a touch of salt. cinnamon is also good. And the amount of protein per 1/4 cup is awesome!
Sad you didn’t like it so much! I love it mixed with overnight oats or in yogurt
What size foam roller did you get? I’m looking into getting one, and don’t know where to start!
Add some salt to it, it makes it taste amazing!
Peanut flour + a little salt+ stevia +dark cocoa powder +a weeee bit of almond milk or water…..combine and make a thick paste…either put in freezer as is or spread on some sort of light, flavorless cracker (like a brown rice crisp or something) and then freeze
voila, in a few hours, YOU HAVE A FROZEN HIGH PROTEIN REESE’S that is so freaking delicious that I promise Jesus will be Dance Trancing on your tongue!!
I agree – with all the PB flour hype, I thought it was kind of a let down!
However, I do think its pretty good mixed with choco vega!!
My favorite use for peanut flour is in a post workout smoothie. Organic milk, peanut flour, protein powder and a squeeze of Trader Joe’s Organic Moo Chocolate Syrup. I could have this everyday and never get sick of it!
I’m obsessed with the peanut flour, but I also love the taste of peanuts. Almonds are much milder. You HAVE to add salt though; I don’t think it tastes bitter then. My favorite thing I’ve made is mixing it with soy sauce and enough water to make it runny; it makes an awesome dressing for pasta or salad and the taste of the peanuts is diluted with all of the water.
I’ve seen Peanut Flour used with Chick Peas and cinnamon and sugar. Looked pretty yummy. Hope AZ is going great!
Add a little bit of sea salt to it and it taste better. I love it in smoothies.
You need to add sea salt and stevia to the peanut flour! Emily at the Front Burner has a good peanut flour explanation.
i’ve read her review before- just need to find the link!