tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post1255377237869994840..comments2024-03-27T09:49:13.188-04:00Comments on Content in a Cottage: Life Changing Bread with ChangesContent in a Cottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-80417635562559018032014-07-09T21:24:49.710-04:002014-07-09T21:24:49.710-04:00I make this bread about every two weeks. I keep th...I make this bread about every two weeks. I keep the slices in the freezer and pack a slice every day for part of my lunch...by then, it's thawed. I've also experimented addeing cinnamon...delish!! If you're really wanting a treat, add a few sugar free chocolate chips. Love this 'bread'!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-3364394344506634682014-04-25T09:18:49.292-04:002014-04-25T09:18:49.292-04:00Anon...The psyllium husks act as the binding agent...Anon...The psyllium husks act as the binding agent to hold the mix together. Flour does this in regular bread. Psyllium is the main ingredient in Metamucil which many people take daily for regularity because they don't eat enough fiber. Four (4) tablespoons spread out in the whole loaf isn't much in one serving. If you are concerned, buy some and take a tablespoon in a glass of water and drink it. <br />I have to say I am feeling a lot better since I stopped eating regular bread. The life changing bread is gluten free.<br />The two hour wait after mixing allows the husks to absorb the 1-1/2 cups of water. I always let my mix sit for at least 4 hours or even overnight before baking.<br />You can buy psyllium husk or psyllium powder. It's very reasonably priced, even at Whole Foods. If you use the powder, you might need to increase the water slightly.<br />Good luck,<br />RosemaryContent in a Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-41550127596055546082014-04-25T09:07:16.649-04:002014-04-25T09:07:16.649-04:00Anon...Yes, ground flax seeds are good. It's b...Anon...Yes, ground flax seeds are good. It's best to grind your own instead of buying the bags already ground. You can use a coffee grinder. I read that the bags of already ground flaxseed meal lose nutrition quickly. Golden flaxseed are better than the regular brown ones. They have higher nutritional properties. If you use ground flaxseeds, you will need to add more water to the mix according to the original recipe.<br />Good luck xo, RosemaryContent in a Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-3954529933285417402014-04-25T08:10:32.351-04:002014-04-25T08:10:32.351-04:00Hi again! I just did some quick research...and it...Hi again! I just did some quick research...and it seems as if ground flax seeds are best and baking IS okay! So...Mayo Clinic recommends baking with ground flax seeds. I think that is what I will do..... Cant wait to try it. Thanks again!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-84554905374368067852014-04-25T08:02:09.114-04:002014-04-25T08:02:09.114-04:00Does anyone know the purpose of the psyllium husk?...Does anyone know the purpose of the psyllium husk? I have heard it can cause an allergic response in many, so I would rather not take a chance on using it right now (especially during the height of allergy season!) I do believe they are usually used for GI health. Any suggestions for a replacement, anyone? Also...I have heard for years that the beneficial properties of flax seeds are 1) lost when heated; 2) not available to us nutritionally, unless the seeds are ground. I know --I see them frequently in commercial breads and such, but apparently our body can not use the beneficial oils unless they are ground up to break the tough outer seed shell. Did someone suggest a replacement for the flax, also?? Must read through the wonderful comments again. Thanks for sharing this conversation-provoking bread recipe!!<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-75288886056674823432014-04-08T21:08:40.742-04:002014-04-08T21:08:40.742-04:00Vickie...You can add dried blueberries or dried ch...Vickie...You can add dried blueberries or dried cherries too. Also dried figs and dates. I agree with your husband that the sunflower seeds overwhelm the bread. I want to use less and add pumpkin seeds too. You can switch things around all you want. I've never seen light chia seeds. I think pecans would be great in this bread too. I don't want mine sweet because I mainly eat it with avocado and hummus. I'm so glad you made it and want to bake another loaf. Enjoy.<br />xo, Rosemary<br />PS...I did have a piece with fig spread and it was delicious. Content in a Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-7384096080135628192014-04-08T20:39:32.489-04:002014-04-08T20:39:32.489-04:00Rosemary, as a longtime follower of your blog and ...Rosemary, as a longtime follower of your blog and the exploits of Webster and Tabitha, I confess to being completely intrigued by the Life-Changing Bread recipe. My husband and I have been discussing it for weeks now and I finally went to Whole Foods and bought the ingredients I needed to put it together. We did use Golden Flax and the light colored chia seeds, along with slivered almonds. The whole thing came together easy peasy. It is bland, but tasty: which I know makes little sense! We like it but think we are going to branch out and add Craisins or golden raisins into the next batch for a little more sweetness. Hubby's opinion is that the sunflower seeds overwhelm the loaf and that is virtually all he tastes. I agree...neither of us thinks that is a bad thing...just weren't expecting it. We do like it toasted and we slathered on a bit of seedless raspberry jam and THAT was REALLY GOOD! Thank you for sharing all your great tips (cooking the loaf on the rack over the pan to keep seeds from falling to the bottom of the oven is genius!). They made it even easier to whip this up. We may try it with sesame seeds too. Our next endeavor is to cook our own garbanzo/chic peas and then make our own hummus, which we are eager to try on this fabulous little bread! And leftovers rock at our house as well! Bless you and Webster & Tabitha! Your blog is such a delight!Vickie H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13251792725792438123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-65914330677812787582014-03-24T15:25:45.413-04:002014-03-24T15:25:45.413-04:00Gail and Tammy....I like leftovers and the conveni...Gail and Tammy....I like leftovers and the convenience of them. I honestly never learned to cook small portions. I always cook for an army so I will have lots of leftovers.<br />xo, RosemaryContent in a Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-5113326860798744222014-03-24T15:24:34.449-04:002014-03-24T15:24:34.449-04:00Anon...You can always switch to the golden flax se...Anon...You can always switch to the golden flax seed because they don't have that dark brown shiny outside coating and they are supposed to be much more nutritious. That's what I am going to do. They are harder to find.<br />xo, RosemaryContent in a Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-27871868902553269192014-03-24T11:33:35.101-04:002014-03-24T11:33:35.101-04:00I was alarmed to read that flax seed is bad for yo...I was alarmed to read that flax seed is bad for you, in another reader's comment. I did a little poking around on different websites, and failed to find anything alarming. I'm not ready to give up on this seed just yet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-73191975641543750622014-03-24T08:57:34.992-04:002014-03-24T08:57:34.992-04:00Thank you for sharing this recipe with us. I will...Thank you for sharing this recipe with us. I will try it ASAP. Since I went gluten free and dairy free my carbs have mostly been tortilla chips. This looks light years better!Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09746248091425588674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-57983859139642814292014-03-23T22:48:14.345-04:002014-03-23T22:48:14.345-04:00i take a multivitamin. i know my eating habits are...i take a multivitamin. i know my eating habits are weird.<br />but i enjoy eating the same thing for many meals. especially if it's something i really like.<br />right now i'm working on a big pot of homemade soup!<br />i absolutely love your table.<br />it's just beautiful.tammy jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16568939993585811311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-74835208145524736222014-03-23T13:29:33.447-04:002014-03-23T13:29:33.447-04:00I think I just might try making a batch of this Li...I think I just might try making a batch of this Life-Changing Bread.<br /><br />Regarding making a big batch of something, living alone as we do, we would be foolish not to. Why would you prepare something different every night when you're perfectly happy with leftovers? Personally, I think soups, beans...even spaghetti taste better reheated. Their flavors have melded together. And you're not reheating the entire pot, just what you think will be a satisfying serving-for-one. Plus, you're saving energy....your own or electricity or gas. If you've worked outside all afternoon, how satisfying it is to come in, kick off your shoes and relax while dinner heats on the stove.Gail, in northern Californianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-43203133432246512822014-03-23T10:59:05.161-04:002014-03-23T10:59:05.161-04:00MamaPea....Thanks. Just use sesame seeds instead. ...MamaPea....Thanks. Just use sesame seeds instead. I might do the same thing. You are so right...one day something is good for us and the next day it is poisioning us. VERY hard to keep up.<br />xo, RosemaryContent in a Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10075511188721176895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7823162730236792476.post-56095707289695052432014-03-23T10:53:45.093-04:002014-03-23T10:53:45.093-04:00I just finally picked up the psyllium seed husks t...I just finally picked up the psyllium seed husks this week so will be making the bread soon. I'll substitute something for the flax seeds as there has been more and more bad press coming out about the undesirability of we humans ingesting it. I know, I know, after it's been touted as being so very good for us . . . how do we keep up? I worked with a very knowledgeable holistic nutritionist a few years ago, and she advised against using any flax products as she believed it formed a shellac type coating on our arteries. Since them we've stopped using any flax products. It's hard to know what is good and what is bad, isn't it?Mama Peahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03649357184167949247noreply@blogger.com