Potions

yumbutter oatmeal energy bars

Ingredients

cooking spray 2 cups organic rolled oats
½ cup honey 2 cups crisp brown rice cereal
½ cup yumbutter ¼ cup toasted wheat germ
2 Tbsp Wisconsin maple syrup ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts
1 Tbsp canola oil ½ cup chopped dried apricots
¼ cup light brown sugar ½ cups chopped dried figs
¼ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp sea salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

(consider substituting other dried fruits like cranberries, apples, or mango for variety)

Directions

spray a 9x13 inch dish with cooking spray and set aside. in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, peanut butter, maple syrup, canola oil, brown sugar, cinnamon.  stir and cook until mixture just begins to bubble, about 3-5 minutes.  remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. in a large bowl, combine oats, rice cereal, wheat germ, peanuts, apricots, figs and salt. pour peanut butter mixture over oatmeal mixture and stir gently with a spatula until well combined.  transfer to baking dish, cover with parchment paper and press firmly into dish.  allow to cool completely (will cool faster in the fridge).

nutritional info:  240 calories/bar, 10 g fat/bar, 14 bars/pan

for a change of pace, try this with other yumbutter potions.

one of our favorite yumbutter moms, Lori, sent us this super healthy and powerful recipe. much thanks!

spicy peanut noodles

Ingredients

1 pound of your favorite noodles

3/4 cup asian jazz yumbutter

1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil

1 large garlic clove

1/4 cup water

1/2 cup rice vinegar

3 Tbsp sugar + 1 tsp sugar

6 Tbsp soy sauce

one 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped

1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems

3 celery ribs, thinly sliced

Directions

cook noodles, drain, rinse, set aside. to make peanut dressing: in a bowl, mix well the asian jazz with 6 Tbsp of the vinegar, 3 Tbsp of the sugar, soy sauce, water, sesame oil, ginger and garlic. put 1/2 cup of the peanut dressing and toss with the noodles. in another bowl, toss the celery with the cilantro and the remaining 2 Tbsp of vinegar and 1 tsp of sugar. transfer the noodles to bowls and drizzle with the remaining peanut dressing. top with the celery and serve with lime wedge.

thanks to Kori for sharing this yummy dinner!

asian jazz marinade

Ingredients

wonderful melody on top of chicken or salmon – baked or grilled.

2-3 T asian jazz yumbutter
2 T soy sauce
2T red wine vinegar
1 t sesame oil
1 t sugar
sesame seeds
add 1/2 teaspoon Hot Oil if you want some extra kick!

Directions

mix together all ingredients over low heat until just blended. brush onto fish or chicken and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. grill to your liking and serve hot.

wrapped up, jazzed up

Ingredients

a quick, tasty meal or snack

1 whole wheat tortilla
1/4c asian jazz yumbutter
1/4c Organic Valley organic cream cheese
1 handful of raisins
1 handful of walnuts
organic lettuce (optional)

Directions

in a small bowl, whip the asian jazz and cream cheese together. spread on your tortilla. sprinkle on some raisins and walnuts. top with a few pieces of lettuce.

with your left hand, fold about an inch of the left side over. with your right hand, roll from bottom to top. with your mouth, open and chew. smile.

slice into sushi-sized rolls when the crew is over.

oh, so sweet & spicy salad dressing & bean dip

Ingredients

Directions

if using fresh ginger, grate in finely or puree it. mix together all of the above ingredients. use less olive oil for dipping, more to thin out for a salad dressing.

+ add blueberries and strawberries to the salad.
+ for get-togethers, put the asian jazz dip out surrounded by fresh veggies and fruit.

this recipe was inspired by Polly Jane's Pickles and Jams, who cans a wonderful variety of awesome jams. we use her Ginger Plum Jam, which she currently sells at our Northside Farmers Market here in Madison, WI.

perfect oatmeal

Ingredients

"a perfect way to start a healthy day of eating!" (World's Healthiest Foods). a yummy way to enjoy a slow-carb, omega fatty acid-rich, and protein meal in the morning or for midday snack. directions call for stove top cooking, but microwaves work well when you're on the go.

2-1/4 cups water

1 cup organic rolled oats

2 Tbsp of yumbutter (you choose!)

1/2 an apple, chopped or shredded

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1/4 cup chopped walnuts

1 Tbsp flaxseeds

1 Tbsp local honey

1 cup organic milk or dairy-free milk alternative

(optional) dash salt

Directions

1. Combine the water (and optional salt) in a small saucepan and turn the heat to high.

2. When the water boils, turn the heat to low, add oatmeal, and cook, stirring, until the water is just absorbed, about 5 minutes. Add cinnamon, cranberries, walnuts, and flaxseeds. Stir, cover the pan, and turn off heat. Let set for 5 minutes. Serve with milk and honey.

don't be afraid to add other yummy, nutritious additions of your choosing, including fruits, nuts, and seeds.

recipe inspired by the World's Healthiest Foods "Perfect Oatmeal". www.whfoods.com

peanutty shrimp

Ingredients

2 medium garlic cloves, chopped

1/2 lb medium size shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 Tbsp + 1 TBS fresh lemon juice

Sea salt and pepper to taste

3 Tbsp low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup of yumbutter peanut sauce

for yumbutter peanut sauce (makes more than needed above - save and use with other dishes)

1/4 cup of yumbutter (straight up, on the rocks, or asian jazz for spice)

2 tsp soy sauce

1 Tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice

1/4 cup coconut milk (lite is fine, or use water if you prefer)

1/4 warm water

optional: chili powder to taste, grated ginger

Directions

to make yumbutter peanut sauce, combine all ingredients with a whisk in a small bowl, adding water last. pour into small sauce pan and heat over medium until sauce begins to bubble and thicken. serve hot or cold.

yumbutter oatmeal energy bars

Ingredients

cooking spray 2 cups organic rolled oats
½ cup honey 2 cups crisp brown rice cereal
½ cup yumbutter ¼ cup toasted wheat germ
2 Tbsp Wisconsin maple syrup ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts
1 Tbsp canola oil ½ cup chopped dried apricots
¼ cup light brown sugar ½ cups chopped dried figs
¼ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp sea salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

(consider substituting other dried fruits like cranberries, apples, or mango for variety)

Directions

spray a 9x13 inch dish with cooking spray and set aside. in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, peanut butter, maple syrup, canola oil, brown sugar, cinnamon.  stir and cook until mixture just begins to bubble, about 3-5 minutes.  remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. in a large bowl, combine oats, rice cereal, wheat germ, peanuts, apricots, figs and salt. pour peanut butter mixture over oatmeal mixture and stir gently with a spatula until well combined.  transfer to baking dish, cover with parchment paper and press firmly into dish.  allow to cool completely (will cool faster in the fridge).

nutritional info:  240 calories/bar, 10 g fat/bar, 14 bars/pan

for a change of pace, try this with other yumbutter potions.

one of our favorite yumbutter moms, Lori, sent us this super healthy and powerful recipe. much thanks!

the world's best banana sandwich (TM)

Ingredients

2 slices of your favorite bread (we dig our neighbor's - Madison Sourdough)

2 spoonfuls of dark chocolate delishe yumbutter

1 organic banana

small handful chopped almonds or walnuts

Directions

toast the two slices of bread, spread on yumbutter, sprinkle chopped almonds or walnuts. cut the banana in long, thin strips. place on top and add second slice of toast. to make this "the world's best", coat a hot skillet or griddle with some cooking spray. add your sandwich and fry each side, lightly pressing down with a spatula until crispy. the center should be gooey and the banana warm. round it out a glass of cold organic milk!

enjoy. you've now had the world's best banana sandwich^TM by yumbutter.

perfect oatmeal

Ingredients

"a perfect way to start a healthy day of eating!" (World's Healthiest Foods). a yummy way to enjoy a slow-carb, omega fatty acid-rich, and protein meal in the morning or for midday snack. directions call for stove top cooking, but microwaves work well when you're on the go.

2-1/4 cups water

1 cup organic rolled oats

2 Tbsp of yumbutter (you choose!)

1/2 an apple, chopped or shredded

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1/4 cup chopped walnuts

1 Tbsp flaxseeds

1 Tbsp local honey

1 cup organic milk or dairy-free milk alternative

(optional) dash salt

Directions

1. Combine the water (and optional salt) in a small saucepan and turn the heat to high.

2. When the water boils, turn the heat to low, add oatmeal, and cook, stirring, until the water is just absorbed, about 5 minutes. Add cinnamon, cranberries, walnuts, and flaxseeds. Stir, cover the pan, and turn off heat. Let set for 5 minutes. Serve with milk and honey.

don't be afraid to add other yummy, nutritious additions of your choosing, including fruits, nuts, and seeds.

recipe inspired by the World's Healthiest Foods "Perfect Oatmeal". www.whfoods.com

yumbutter oatmeal energy bars

Ingredients

cooking spray 2 cups organic rolled oats
½ cup honey 2 cups crisp brown rice cereal
½ cup yumbutter ¼ cup toasted wheat germ
2 Tbsp Wisconsin maple syrup ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts
1 Tbsp canola oil ½ cup chopped dried apricots
¼ cup light brown sugar ½ cups chopped dried figs
¼ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp sea salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

(consider substituting other dried fruits like cranberries, apples, or mango for variety)

Directions

spray a 9x13 inch dish with cooking spray and set aside. in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, peanut butter, maple syrup, canola oil, brown sugar, cinnamon.  stir and cook until mixture just begins to bubble, about 3-5 minutes.  remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. in a large bowl, combine oats, rice cereal, wheat germ, peanuts, apricots, figs and salt. pour peanut butter mixture over oatmeal mixture and stir gently with a spatula until well combined.  transfer to baking dish, cover with parchment paper and press firmly into dish.  allow to cool completely (will cool faster in the fridge).

nutritional info:  240 calories/bar, 10 g fat/bar, 14 bars/pan

for a change of pace, try this with other yumbutter potions.

one of our favorite yumbutter moms, Lori, sent us this super healthy and powerful recipe. much thanks!

perfect oatmeal

Ingredients

"a perfect way to start a healthy day of eating!" (World's Healthiest Foods). a yummy way to enjoy a slow-carb, omega fatty acid-rich, and protein meal in the morning or for midday snack. directions call for stove top cooking, but microwaves work well when you're on the go.

2-1/4 cups water

1 cup organic rolled oats

2 Tbsp of yumbutter (you choose!)

1/2 an apple, chopped or shredded

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1/4 cup chopped walnuts

1 Tbsp flaxseeds

1 Tbsp local honey

1 cup organic milk or dairy-free milk alternative

(optional) dash salt

Directions

1. Combine the water (and optional salt) in a small saucepan and turn the heat to high.

2. When the water boils, turn the heat to low, add oatmeal, and cook, stirring, until the water is just absorbed, about 5 minutes. Add cinnamon, cranberries, walnuts, and flaxseeds. Stir, cover the pan, and turn off heat. Let set for 5 minutes. Serve with milk and honey.

don't be afraid to add other yummy, nutritious additions of your choosing, including fruits, nuts, and seeds.

recipe inspired by the World's Healthiest Foods "Perfect Oatmeal". www.whfoods.com

peanutty shrimp

Ingredients

2 medium garlic cloves, chopped

1/2 lb medium size shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 Tbsp + 1 TBS fresh lemon juice

Sea salt and pepper to taste

3 Tbsp low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup of yumbutter peanut sauce

for yumbutter peanut sauce (makes more than needed above - save and use with other dishes)

1/4 cup of yumbutter (straight up, on the rocks, or asian jazz for spice)

2 tsp soy sauce

1 Tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice

1/4 cup coconut milk (lite is fine, or use water if you prefer)

1/4 warm water

optional: chili powder to taste, grated ginger

Directions

to make yumbutter peanut sauce, combine all ingredients with a whisk in a small bowl, adding water last. pour into small sauce pan and heat over medium until sauce begins to bubble and thicken. serve hot or cold.