Happy National Peanut Butter Lovers' Day!

Who knew today was another day worth celebrating??? And as most of you know, this day was meant for me because I LOVE peanut butter. In honor of the day, I thought I would share some fun facts.

And check out those cute peanut butter mice! A fun treat I will have to learn how to make!

Peanut Butter originated in Canada? Who knew? Then, Mr. Kellogg (the cereal guy) secured the first US patent for the process to create the yummy spread.


As an American staple, peanut butter can be found in at least 75% of households.


Peanut butter is a good source of protein and fiber, and has the good kind of cholesterol to help fight cardiovascular disease. And when you get gum stuck in your hair, you can use peanut butter to get it out!


Buyer beware: almond butter is not peanut butter! I had heard that almond butter was a healthy alternative so I bought some. When I opened the jar, it was liquidy and not that delicious thick substance. The taste is ok but I do prefer peanut butter. And I have recently learned something: natural peanut butter should be stored in the frig to maintain its consistency. That was the issue when I opened my jar of almond butter. Solution found! Now I am not as disgusted by it.


You can get it in a variety of ways: crunchy, creamy, or low fat. I prefer low fat creamy. There is just something about the consistency that I like better. (Consistency is kind of a big thing for me.)


I think peanut butter goes with practically anything - although I am not brave to try in on everything. Here are some of my favorite peanut butter combos (even though I am perfectly fine with eating it plain):

• PB & J - I am pretty sure I could live off this happily.







• PB and apples
  
• PB Banana
  
• PB and chocolate - Actually it is good in almost any dessert. Too bad I gave up sweets or I would be making pb bars tonight to celebrate! I highly recommend the Reece's Eggs that come out for Easter. They are best frozen!



• PB and celery


• PB toast - A great way to start off the day or an afternoon pick-me-up!




• Fluffer-nutter - I just learned about this sandwich last year and it is quite tasty!


• PB and crackers or pretzels - If you want a little extra salt.


• PB cookies - Again, too bad I gave up sweets.

Well I hope you all got your fix of peanut butter today! And remember 'Choosy Moms Choose Jif'.