How to Include the Mighty Peanut in Every Meal
Peanuts are a quintessential piece of American foods — just look at the gold old peanut butter and jelly sandwich that’s a staple in kids’ lunches. Not only are they delicious, the advantages of peanuts in our diet has long been recognized: they’re rich in fiber, protein, and healthy nut fats. As a plus, they’re widely available in the U.S., and the versatility of the peanut allows it to be usable in every meal of our day.
Breakfast
The peanut butter is strong with this one. Melt some in a cup in the microwave and drizzle it on oatmeal or yogurt. A little-known peanut product is peanut flour, a gluten-free and super protein-packed flour that can be used in baked goods like breakfast breads, pastries, or pancakes. Mmmm, warm peanut buttery goodness at breakfast is the best.
Lunch
Of course the natural choice
