Homemade Almond Butter

There are so many fabulous reasons why you should make almond butter...

-It's so easy to make, it's stupid.

-You can get almonds in bulk at Sam's for pretty cheap.

-When you make your own rather than buy it, you avoid the loss of certain health benefits (vitamin E) that would occur with the excessive processing.

-Almond butter (ab) is higher in calcium, iron, fiber and vitamin E than peanut butter (pb).

-And I personally prefer the flavor of homemade ab over homemade pb...if we are homemaking here.

-Ab seems more filling than pb and that way I won't want to eat it by the spoonfuls as with pb... see, ab is looking out for my best interest.

- 2Bit believes ab is easier on her digestive system than pb

-Just give homemade ab a try. You won't be sorry...unless you're allergic.

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{Literally all you do is place 2 cups of raw almonds in a food processor and process for 15 minutes. You just have to be patient and scrape down the sides every so often. Add salt to taste.}

A favorite breakfast for 2Bit and Husband is almond butter & jelly on Ezekiel toast or almond butter with a banana.

Heath Benefits of Almond Butter:

• Almond is a rich source of calcium, magnesium and potassium. All these minerals combine with each other to decrease the resistance in blood vessels and therefore regular consumption of almond butter, through diet, in sufficient quantities helps to lower blood pressure levels.
• Almond butter also helps in weight. Yes, although almond butter is rich in calories, studies have revealed that the high fiber, protein and monosaturated fat content in almonds actually result in a feeling of satiety!
• Including and consuming sufficient quantities of almond butter through the regular diet, helps control blood sugar levels. It actually works, by controlling the rise in insulin and blood sugar levels after a high carbohydrate treat!
• Almond butter is also known for its antioxidant qualities. It is a rich source of vitamin E and also consists compounds that prevent oxidative stress and help in maintaining a healthy heart by preventing LDL oxidation (LDL oxidation can lead to clogging of arteries).        {http://www.buzzle.com/articles/almond-butter-vs-peanut-butter.html}