Some natural peanut butters need to be refrigerated after you open them (check the label). If the oil separates, let the jar come to room temperature, then stir it up. Most national brands, however, can be sealed tightly and stored in the pantry.
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Spread peanut butter on whole grain waffles or pancakes for breakfast.
Make a peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole grain bread for a pack-and-go lunch. Or smear half a banana with some peanut butter as a snack.
For a nibble that won't make your blood sugar go haywire, spread peanut butter on whole grain crackers or triangles of toasted whole wheat pita bread.
For an even lower-GL snack that will stave off hunger longer, spread peanut butter on apple slices, celery sticks, or carrots.
Be adventurous and try different types of nut butters with different types of fruit and vegetables. Almond butter on sliced pears (Anjou, Bartlett, or Asian) is a delicious combination.
Perfect Portion: 1 tablespoon
Peanut butter won't raise your blood sugar, but it does contain almost 100 calories per tablespoon. When you're spreading bread, a cracker, or a bagel, be sure you practice portion control and stick with that amount.
Menu Magic
Spread peanut butter on whole grain waffles or pancakes for breakfast.
Make a peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole grain bread for a pack-and-go lunch. Or smear half a banana with some peanut butter as a snack.
For a nibble that won't make your blood sugar go haywire, spread peanut butter on whole grain crackers or triangles of toasted whole wheat pita bread.
For an even lower-GL snack that will stave off hunger longer, spread peanut butter on apple slices, celery sticks, or carrots.
Be adventurous and try different types of nut butters with different types of fruit and vegetables. Almond butter on sliced pears (Anjou, Bartlett, or Asian) is a delicious combination.
Perfect Portion: 1 tablespoon
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