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Post by swamp on Mar 2, 2014 11:50:14 GMT -5
Why have I not tried this magnificent food previously? OMG, it's soooooooo good.
I made a smoothie with almond milk, banana, ice, and baking cocoa
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Post by GRG a/k/a goldenrulegirl on Mar 2, 2014 11:54:16 GMT -5
Proof that talking almonds in tv commercials can get, anyone, even lawyers to try their product.
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Post by motherto2 on Mar 2, 2014 12:01:06 GMT -5
Love almond milk, especially the vanilla. I've been using it for years!
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Post by dannylion on Mar 2, 2014 12:07:02 GMT -5
I tried some a few years ago. I thought it was foul. What kind did you try, Swamp? I like the idea of almond milk, but I found it unpalatable. Of course, I was using it on cereal and comparing it to moo-milk. It was thin and watery and did not provide the normal yummy cereal experience I was seeking. Maybe I should try it again but in a smoothie as you did.
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Post by Miss Tequila on Mar 2, 2014 12:07:08 GMT -5
I've been drinking almond milk for a few years. Almond milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a few drops of vanilla and a few ice cubes. Blend until smooth. Tastes just like a Wendy's frosty!
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Post by swamp on Mar 2, 2014 12:07:38 GMT -5
I tried some a few years ago. I thought it was foul. What kind did you try, Swamp? I like the idea of almond milk, but I found it unpalatable. Of course, I was using it on cereal and comparing it to moo-milk. It was thin and watery and did not provide the normal yummy cereal experience I was seeking. Maybe I should try it again but in a smoothie as you did. Silk.
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Post by swamp on Mar 2, 2014 12:08:50 GMT -5
I've been drinking almond milk for a few years. Almond milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a few drops of vanilla and a few ice cubes. Blend until smooth. Tastes just like a Wendy's frosty! I'll have to try that. Where do I get chocolate protein powder?
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Post by Miss Tequila on Mar 2, 2014 12:11:46 GMT -5
I've been drinking almond milk for a few years. Almond milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a few drops of vanilla and a few ice cubes. Blend until smooth. Tastes just like a Wendy's frosty! I'll have to try that. Where do I get chocolate protein powder? You can get it anywhere. I've bought some at target and gnc.
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Post by Miss Tequila on Mar 2, 2014 13:18:39 GMT -5
I've been drinking almond milk for a few years. Almond milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a few drops of vanilla and a few ice cubes. Blend until smooth. Tastes just like a Wendy's frosty! wow - sounds yummy! Putting this down to try! It really is. I got it from a friend of mine who is big into fitness. I was amazed at how yummy it is. When I'm not low carbing I toss in some frozen berries, too.
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Post by quince on Mar 2, 2014 13:24:05 GMT -5
I haven't tried silk- I think I'm gonna now!
I like Almond Breeze, and I like Meijer's house brand even better- I can't stand Almond Dream.
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Post by vonna on Mar 2, 2014 17:17:43 GMT -5
Is almond milk good in coffee?
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Post by grits on Mar 2, 2014 17:48:02 GMT -5
What do almonds eat to produce their milk? How many times a day does an almond need to be milked? Do they have tiny children hook up the almond milking machines?
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Post by Jaguar on Mar 2, 2014 17:51:30 GMT -5
I'll have to try almond milk, I can get the protein powder where I buy my supplements. Thanks for the ideas and recipes everyone.
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Mar 2, 2014 18:18:33 GMT -5
I freaking love almond milk. There is a coconut almond milk that almond breeze makes that is to die for!
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Post by MarionTh230 on Mar 2, 2014 21:14:51 GMT -5
Is almond milk good in coffee? Yes. That is what I use it for. I use either Silk unsweetened light or Almond Breeze unsweetened regular. I have also tried Almond Breeze unsweetened vanilla but I seem to like the "regular" instead of the "vanilla" in my coffee. I switched over at the beginning of February and haven't looked back.
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Post by MarionTh230 on Mar 2, 2014 21:16:33 GMT -5
I tried some a few years ago. I thought it was foul. What kind did you try, Swamp? I like the idea of almond milk, but I found it unpalatable. Of course, I was using it on cereal and comparing it to moo-milk. It was thin and watery and did not provide the normal yummy cereal experience I was seeking. Maybe I should try it again but in a smoothie as you did. I love, Love, LOVE the Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla in my cereal. The little almond man on the tv was sooooo right about that. The Almond Breeze and the Silk I have bought don't seem more watery to me, but I switched from skim milk.
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Post by MarionTh230 on Mar 2, 2014 21:17:29 GMT -5
I freaking love almond milk. There is a coconut almond milk that almond breeze makes that is to die for! Sent from my Nexus 4 using proboards I SAW THAT AT THE GROCERY STORE TODAY!!!! I didn't get any though. Is the coconut flavor real strong? Does it smell like sun tan lotion? What can I put it in? Everything? Spill woman, spill!!!
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Mar 2, 2014 21:20:30 GMT -5
I freaking love almond milk. There is a coconut almond milk that almond breeze makes that is to die for! Sent from my Nexus 4 using proboards I SAW THAT AT THE GROCERY STORE TODAY!!!! I didn't get any though. Is the coconut flavor real strong? Does it smell like sun tan lotion? What can I put it in? Everything? Spill woman, spill!!! the coconut isn't overwhelming at all, in my opinion. It doesn't smell like tanning lotion lol I like to drink it on its own, or mix it with chocolate protein powder. In the summer, I like to freeze it... And make frappes with coffee! Sent from my Nexus 4 using proboards
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Post by MarionTh230 on Mar 2, 2014 21:21:24 GMT -5
It's settled then. I shall get some next week!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2014 7:56:08 GMT -5
Psst . . . are you related to Optimist, Marion? Am I the only one to notice a "family resemblance"?
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Post by Opti on Mar 3, 2014 8:56:42 GMT -5
I've been drinking almond milk for a few years. Almond milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, a few drops of vanilla and a few ice cubes. Blend until smooth. Tastes just like a Wendy's frosty! Do you put enough ice cubes in that it has the consistency of a Wendy's Frosty as well? (I miss Wendy's Frosties so I might give this a try sometime in the future. )
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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2014 9:05:40 GMT -5
What do almonds eat to produce their milk? How many times a day does an almond need to be milked? Do they have tiny children hook up the almond milking machines? You can milk anything with nipples.
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Post by Malarky on Mar 3, 2014 9:11:29 GMT -5
After years of turning up their noses at it, now my kids drink it in their coffee, in smoothies, with cereal and mixed with skim milk at dinner.
Now every time I reach for it, it's gone.
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Post by Green Eyed Lady on Mar 3, 2014 9:45:45 GMT -5
Since I don't have energy to look it up myself, why are we drinking almond milk rathr than cow milk? It is healthier or something?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2014 9:52:09 GMT -5
GEL, Almonds are soooooo good for us and IMHO much better for us than cows milk. I can handle almond milk in smoothies, but not in coffee.
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Post by Green Eyed Lady on Mar 3, 2014 9:55:08 GMT -5
That's not good news, Lonewolf. I didn't know milk was bad for us. I love my milk. Figures!
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Post by Sam_2.0 on Mar 3, 2014 10:48:31 GMT -5
Aldi has an almond milk that is delicious! We tried the HyVee brand once and it was gross. DD and I have switched over to drinking it exclusively. DH still wants his "real" milk. DD thinks almond milk is chocolate milk and that she's getting a special treat every day Hey, who am I to correct her?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2014 10:51:50 GMT -5
That's not good news, Lonewolf. I didn't know milk was bad for us. I love my milk. Figures! She said "in her opinion" GEL. Drink cow's milk if that is what YOU like.
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Mar 3, 2014 11:09:54 GMT -5
DH is dairy free and soy free, so he uses Almond Breeze. I know it's unsweetened but I'm not sure if it's vanilla or not. I think not. I use it in cooking (mashed potatoes) and baking, he uses it for cereal and cooking. I'm not a fan personally but the kids sometimes drink it too.
I'm a 2% milk gal and I see no reason to change, personally.
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Post by whoisjohngalt on Mar 3, 2014 11:13:57 GMT -5
That's not good news, Lonewolf. I didn't know milk was bad for us. I love my milk. Figures! She said "in her opinion" GEL. Drink cow's milk if that is what YOU like. wait, what?? And all this time I thought things posted on YM were truer than bible statements!
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