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  • icemom011
    icemom011 Posts: 999 Member
    Yes to squashes! Love them roasted
  • PAPYRUS3
    PAPYRUS3 Posts: 13,259 Member
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    Once it's been 'cooked' in water/broth one sphere expands to this mound. Only 60 calories. I've been using it in soups/stir fries.
  • JenniferM1234
    JenniferM1234 Posts: 173 Member
    @PAPYRUS3 From the top pic, I thought it was a pile of freshly shaved cheese, like Parmesan. But it's...dried fungus? I is disappoint.
  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,460 Member
    @PAPYRUS3
    I’m excited. I love mushrooms, but can’t get excited about rice or pasta. Where can I find this stuff? (I’ll google it) and what can I substitute it for in recipes?
  • PAPYRUS3
    PAPYRUS3 Posts: 13,259 Member
    corinasue1143 wrote: »
    @PAPYRUS3
    I’m excited. I love mushrooms, but can’t get excited about rice or pasta. Where can I find this stuff? (I’ll google it) and what can I substitute it for in recipes?

    I've found it in my local Asian supermarket - You will find them - or another brand I'm sure. I guess you'll have to play around with how you like to consume them. Maybe one could use for 'pasta'?
  • PAPYRUS3
    PAPYRUS3 Posts: 13,259 Member
    JenniferM1234 wrote: »
    @PAPYRUS3 From the top pic, I thought it was a pile of freshly shaved cheese, like Parmesan. But it's...dried fungus? I is disappoint.

    Wouldn't that be a dream...all for 60 calories ;)
  • PAPYRUS3
    PAPYRUS3 Posts: 13,259 Member
    just_Tomek wrote: »
    PAPYRUS3 wrote: »

    Once it's been 'cooked' in water/broth one sphere expands to this mound. Only 60 calories. I've been using it in soups/stir fries.

    Taste? Smell?
    Might hit up T&T and look for them. Could be good stuff to bulk up any meal really.

    Tastes like 'nothing' - no flavor or smell. Kind of slippery - good for, like you mentioned, bulking up meals. 60 calories yields around 3 net carbs and 3 grams of protein. Not expensive. I think I got this bag (4 in total) for just over $4. I did in fact find them - and quite a few other brands - at T & T.
  • weatherking2019
    weatherking2019 Posts: 943 Member
    In Chinese cuisine, they use it in a stir fry. Like with eggs, https://www.yamasausa.com/yamasa-recipes/stir-fried-kikurage-wood-ears-eggs/
    https://thewoksoflife.com/wood-ear-mushroom-salad/
  • kelly_c_77
    kelly_c_77 Posts: 5,658 Member
    @Noreenmarie1234, was it you that had a recipe for oatmeal using xanthan gum to volumize it? (Or anyone else who can help)...
    I'm on an oatmeal kick as a warm snack at night now that it's getting colder out. I use 78g at a time and it's a good amount.. but I'd like to see what I can do to make it seem like more.
    (I know I could just experiment, but I was hoping to get some insight from someone who has done it).
    TIA!
  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,460 Member
    Went to the Chinese grocery yesterday, couldn’t find snow fungus, but got some other dried mushrooms, so I’m ready to start experimenting.
    Always wondered what a meat pie really was. Got one. Now I know.
    Got veggies and rice at their deli for lunch. So good!!!
  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    @Noreenmarie1234, was it you that had a recipe for oatmeal using xanthan gum to volumize it? (Or anyone else who can help)...
    I'm on an oatmeal kick as a warm snack at night now that it's getting colder out. I use 78g at a time and it's a good amount.. but I'd like to see what I can do to make it seem like more.
    (I know I could just experiment, but I was hoping to get some insight from someone who has done it).
    TIA!

    Yes! https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/comment/43211921#Comment_43211921

    I used 100 calories in these photos, but it made a huge bowl. Wow, you only use 78g? I guess using the volume technique you can use 50 cal of oatmeal to make a "normal" size bowl LOL.
  • kelly_c_77
    kelly_c_77 Posts: 5,658 Member
    Yeah, the 78g is 293 calories for just the oats.
    So, are you just adding extra liquid and cooking it more? And then adding the xanthan gum? How many grams of oats are in the packets you used? And how much liquid were you adding?
    Thanks again.
  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Yeah, the 78g is 293 calories for just the oats.
    So, are you just adding extra liquid and cooking it more? And then adding the xanthan gum? How many grams of oats are in the packets you used? And how much liquid were you adding?
    Thanks again.

    I use 100 calories of oatmeal (28g), cook with about 1c water for like 2 minutes, add xanthum gum and stir, add another cup of water and cook 2-4 minutes(if it starts to boil over I just stop it before it explodes and cool before microwaving again).

    Then let it cool more in the freezer, microwave again 2 minutes, cool in freezer, stir a lot and then slowly add another cup or so while microwaving another minute every time I add more water. (I also add like 2tbsp truvia and 2tbsp sugar free syrup)
  • kelly_c_77
    kelly_c_77 Posts: 5,658 Member
    Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Yeah, the 78g is 293 calories for just the oats.
    So, are you just adding extra liquid and cooking it more? And then adding the xanthan gum? How many grams of oats are in the packets you used? And how much liquid were you adding?
    Thanks again.

    I use 100 calories of oatmeal (28g), cook with about 1c water for like 2 minutes, add xanthum gum and stir, add another cup of water and cook 2-4 minutes(if it starts to boil over I just stop it before it explodes and cool before microwaving again).

    Then let it cool more in the freezer, microwave again 2 minutes, cool in freezer, stir a lot and then slowly add another cup or so while microwaving another minute every time I add more water. (I also add like 2tbsp truvia and 2tbsp sugar free syrup)

    Awesome, thanks!
  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    just_Tomek wrote: »
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Yeah, the 78g is 293 calories for just the oats.
    So, are you just adding extra liquid and cooking it more? And then adding the xanthan gum? How many grams of oats are in the packets you used? And how much liquid were you adding?
    Thanks again.

    I use 100 calories of oatmeal (28g), cook with about 1c water for like 2 minutes, add xanthum gum and stir, add another cup of water and cook 2-4 minutes(if it starts to boil over I just stop it before it explodes and cool before microwaving again).

    Then let it cool more in the freezer, microwave again 2 minutes, cool in freezer, stir a lot and then slowly add another cup or so while microwaving another minute every time I add more water. (I also add like 2tbsp truvia and 2tbsp sugar free syrup)

    Awesome, thanks!

    If you make this, could you please post the bowl after step 1 and then final product? I will try this tonight as well and compare the results because I am having hard time imagining how this is a huge bowl of oatmeal (also commented in the old thread linked to above).

    I think the better thing would be to post the photo with the amount of water you are "suppose" to add to 28g which is 2/3c and then compare to final amount.

    2-3c of oatmeal for 100 cal vs 2/3c using the amount you are "suppose" to mix is definitely a huge difference!
  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,460 Member
    I make volume oatmeal, but no xantham gum. I use 50 or so grams of oatmeal, add about 1 cup of water, microwave 3 minutes on low, stir, add another cup or so of water, microwave on high til all hot and soupy. Make it in a serving bowl.
  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    just_Tomek wrote: »
    corinasue1143 wrote: »
    I make volume oatmeal, but no xantham gum. I use 50 or so grams of oatmeal, add about 1 cup of water, microwave 3 minutes on low, stir, add another cup or so of water, microwave on high til all hot and soupy. Make it in a serving bowl.

    Well thats easy but I for one would not want to eat this. Oatmeal for me should be nice and thick.

    Ahhh yes that makes sense then. I don't like my oatmeal thick.
  • glassyo
    glassyo Posts: 7,757 Member
    Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »
    just_Tomek wrote: »
    corinasue1143 wrote: »
    I make volume oatmeal, but no xantham gum. I use 50 or so grams of oatmeal, add about 1 cup of water, microwave 3 minutes on low, stir, add another cup or so of water, microwave on high til all hot and soupy. Make it in a serving bowl.

    Well thats easy but I for one would not want to eat this. Oatmeal for me should be nice and thick.

    Ahhh yes that makes sense then. I don't like my oatmeal thick.

    What if you let it rest like normal sized oatmeal? Would it thicken up then? I like the idea but not the way too many steps version. :p
  • kelly_c_77
    kelly_c_77 Posts: 5,658 Member
    Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »
    just_Tomek wrote: »
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Yeah, the 78g is 293 calories for just the oats.
    So, are you just adding extra liquid and cooking it more? And then adding the xanthan gum? How many grams of oats are in the packets you used? And how much liquid were you adding?
    Thanks again.

    I use 100 calories of oatmeal (28g), cook with about 1c water for like 2 minutes, add xanthum gum and stir, add another cup of water and cook 2-4 minutes(if it starts to boil over I just stop it before it explodes and cool before microwaving again).

    Then let it cool more in the freezer, microwave again 2 minutes, cool in freezer, stir a lot and then slowly add another cup or so while microwaving another minute every time I add more water. (I also add like 2tbsp truvia and 2tbsp sugar free syrup)

    Awesome, thanks!

    If you make this, could you please post the bowl after step 1 and then final product? I will try this tonight as well and compare the results because I am having hard time imagining how this is a huge bowl of oatmeal (also commented in the old thread linked to above).

    I think the better thing would be to post the photo with the amount of water you are "suppose" to add to 28g which is 2/3c and then compare to final amount.

    2-3c of oatmeal for 100 cal vs 2/3c using the amount you are "suppose" to mix is definitely a huge difference!

    Yeah, Chocolate covered Katie has a similar way of expanding her oats by adding extra water. https://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2009/07/03/kozyshack-oatmeal-pudding/

  • glassyo
    glassyo Posts: 7,757 Member
    Here's Hungrygirl's version:

    HG's Microwave Growing Oatmeal
    Entire recipe: 189 calories, 5g fat, 335mg sodium, 30.5g carbs, 5g fiber, 1g sugars, 6.5g protein -- PointsPlus® value 5*

    Ingredients:
    1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (NOT instant)
    1 no-calorie sweetener packet (like Splenda or Truvia)
    1/4 tsp. cinnamon
    1/8 tsp. vanilla extract
    Dash salt
    1 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze

    Directions:
    Combine ingredients in a VERY large microwave-safe bowl (at least 10-cup capacity -- your oatmeal will bubble up while it cooks!). Mix in 1 cup water. Microwave for 12 - 15 minutes, until thick and creamy, stirring halfway through.

    Let slightly cool and thicken. Enjoy!

    MAKES 1 SERVING

    The oatmeal still cooks for a long time in the microwave, but you don't need to wait for it to boil or stir it as often. Amazing! You can use this method with any HG growing oatmeal recipe. Just don't forget to use a giant bowl. Happy breakfast-ing!
  • kelly_c_77
    kelly_c_77 Posts: 5,658 Member
    So, you also need a cup of water in addition to all the ingredients listed? And then just microwave forever?
    I'd try that. I'm in favor of the "less work" method too.
  • glassyo
    glassyo Posts: 7,757 Member
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    So, you also need a cup of water in addition to all the ingredients listed? And then just microwave forever?
    I'd try that. I'm in favor of the "less work" method too.

    And the almond milk isn't ALL that creamy so I wonder how it would do with 2 cups of water.
  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,460 Member
    glassyo wrote: »
    Here's Hungrygirl's version:

    HG's Microwave Growing Oatmeal
    Entire recipe: 189 calories, 5g fat, 335mg sodium, 30.5g carbs, 5g fiber, 1g sugars, 6.5g protein -- PointsPlus® value 5*

    Ingredients:
    1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (NOT instant)
    1 no-calorie sweetener packet (like Splenda or Truvia)
    1/4 tsp. cinnamon
    1/8 tsp. vanilla extract
    Dash salt
    1 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze

    Directions:
    Combine ingredients in a VERY large microwave-safe bowl (at least 10-cup capacity -- your oatmeal will bubble up while it cooks!). Mix in 1 cup water. Microwave for 12 - 15 minutes, until thick and creamy, stirring halfway through.

    Let slightly cool and thicken. Enjoy!

    MAKES 1 SERVING

    The oatmeal still cooks for a long time in the microwave, but you don't need to wait for it to boil or stir it as often. Amazing! You can use this method with any HG growing oatmeal recipe. Just don't forget to use a giant bowl. Happy breakfast-ing!

    This is probably where I got the idea. I like Hungry Girl a lot.
  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    corinasue1143 wrote: »
    glassyo wrote: »
    Here's Hungrygirl's version:

    HG's Microwave Growing Oatmeal
    Entire recipe: 189 calories, 5g fat, 335mg sodium, 30.5g carbs, 5g fiber, 1g sugars, 6.5g protein -- PointsPlus® value 5*

    Ingredients:
    1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (NOT instant)
    1 no-calorie sweetener packet (like Splenda or Truvia)
    1/4 tsp. cinnamon
    1/8 tsp. vanilla extract
    Dash salt
    1 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze

    Directions:
    Combine ingredients in a VERY large microwave-safe bowl (at least 10-cup capacity -- your oatmeal will bubble up while it cooks!). Mix in 1 cup water. Microwave for 12 - 15 minutes, until thick and creamy, stirring halfway through.

    Let slightly cool and thicken. Enjoy!

    MAKES 1 SERVING

    The oatmeal still cooks for a long time in the microwave, but you don't need to wait for it to boil or stir it as often. Amazing! You can use this method with any HG growing oatmeal recipe. Just don't forget to use a giant bowl. Happy breakfast-ing!

    This is probably where I got the idea. I like Hungry Girl a lot.

    This way works too! You just get more and more volume the more times you do it lol. It really thickens more if you let it completely cool or wait overnight and then reheat. You don’t really need so many times. The texture isn’t like oatmeal made the regular way, it’s very soupy and more like a edible smoothie. I hate thick oatmeal though so that’s why I enjoy it.
  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,460 Member
    Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »
    corinasue1143 wrote: »
    glassyo wrote: »
    Here's Hungrygirl's version:

    HG's Microwave Growing Oatmeal
    Entire recipe: 189 calories, 5g fat, 335mg sodium, 30.5g carbs, 5g fiber, 1g sugars, 6.5g protein -- PointsPlus® value 5*

    Ingredients:
    1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (NOT instant)
    1 no-calorie sweetener packet (like Splenda or Truvia)
    1/4 tsp. cinnamon
    1/8 tsp. vanilla extract
    Dash salt
    1 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Breeze

    Directions:
    Combine ingredients in a VERY large microwave-safe bowl (at least 10-cup capacity -- your oatmeal will bubble up while it cooks!). Mix in 1 cup water. Microwave for 12 - 15 minutes, until thick and creamy, stirring halfway through.

    Let slightly cool and thicken. Enjoy!

    MAKES 1 SERVING

    The oatmeal still cooks for a long time in the microwave, but you don't need to wait for it to boil or stir it as often. Amazing! You can use this method with any HG growing oatmeal recipe. Just don't forget to use a giant bowl. Happy breakfast-ing!

    This is probably where I got the idea. I like Hungry Girl a lot.

    This way works too! You just get more and more volume the more times you do it lol. It really thickens more if you let it completely cool or wait overnight and then reheat. You don’t really need so many times. The texture isn’t like oatmeal made the regular way, it’s very soupy and more like a edible smoothie. I hate thick oatmeal though so that’s why I enjoy it.

    Me, too.
    Oatmeal is not my favorite. But when I’m hungry close to bedtime, especially in the winter, and all the calories are gone for the day, hot oatmeal soup is a pretty good choice! No heartburn, full, warm and happy when I crawl into bed.
  • nytrifisoul
    nytrifisoul Posts: 499 Member
    I am not a vegetarian, but i do eat in volume. About 15 years ago i found whats called " The Warrior Diet" You basicly eat very little through out the day and eat a big meal at dinner time. I am not a breakfast person, or a lunch person, and i like coffee black so the diet works really well for me. Plus i am a firm believer of calories in, calories out, doesn't matter what time you eat or release them. A calorie is a calorie, it doesn't discriminate.
  • glassyo
    glassyo Posts: 7,757 Member
    Ok, so someone do the math for me. Instead of 40 grams of oatmeal, I would do 28 grams. How much would I have to reduce the 2 cups of liquid to?
  • glassyo
    glassyo Posts: 7,757 Member
    glassyo wrote: »
    Ok, so someone do the math for me. Instead of 40 grams of oatmeal, I would do 28 grams. How much would I have to reduce the 2 cups of liquid to?

    Nevermind, I reread some posts. @Noreenmarie1234 you still use the 2 cups? I would want it thicker tho.
  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    glassyo wrote: »
    glassyo wrote: »
    Ok, so someone do the math for me. Instead of 40 grams of oatmeal, I would do 28 grams. How much would I have to reduce the 2 cups of liquid to?

    Nevermind, I reread some posts. @Noreenmarie1234 you still use the 2 cups? I would want it thicker tho.

    If you want it to be thicker, I would definitely use less. Ratio works out to be 1.4c instead of 2 if you follow the 2c/40g recipe.
  • emilykharrison92
    emilykharrison92 Posts: 1 Member
    This is something I do! My average day is something like this.

    Breakfast:
    1. Yogurt, apple or pear, Egg sandwich on whole wheat english muffin

    Snack: protein shake (I love Ideal Shakes)

    Lunch:
    1. One acorn squash with parmesan cheese and pepper
    2. One bag of frozen mixed vegetables with homemade tomato sauce and parm
    3. Zoodles with turkey meatballs and homemade red sauce
    4. Spaghetti squash with homemade Alfredo and grilled chicken
    5. Large turkey or tuna salad with ceasar or mustard dressing with tomato, cucumber, avacado, and cottage cheese

    If I pick 1-4 I usually eat a side spinach salad

    Snack: large red or yellow pepper, 14-20 baby carrots with hummus, popcorn

    Dinner: grilled protein with vegetables and rice or baked potato or sweet potato fries

    Dessert: Protein chocolate banana nice cream, dollap of whipped cream, rasberries or strawberries.

    Total of about 1400 calories. I try to eat csrb heavier days on work out days and far heavy days on non workout days.


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