The Drop in Centre

[Reader1810]

Okay, so I made “ @Mikiesboy’s” strawberry oatmeal bars today. 

Let me start out by saying there were some missteps along the way.

The first baking pan I tried was a bit too large (8x11) for the dough that I produced - seemed a mite too sticky in my opinion, because I might or might not have used a wee bit too much honey  - so I switched to an 8x8 pan. 

I chopped the strawberries rather than just slicing them, which turned out to be a good thing because a good masher I do not possess.

The crumble for the top was troublesome because of it being sticky, but I compensated for that with large flake oatmeal - that worked.

Bottom line: I just tried a piece after letting it cool, and boy is it delicious! 

Making this again, I am.  

Spoiler

I will wait until after this batch is no longer, of course.  

 

Edited May 13, 2021 by Reader1810

[kbois]

14 minutes ago, Reader1810 said:

 

Making this again, I am.  

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I will wait until after this batch is no longer, of course.  

 

Me too!

Also... I swapped out honey with Agave nectar. It has a lighter flavor. Avocado oil replaced the butter....less saturated fat. 

[Reader1810]

10 minutes ago, kbois said:

Also... I swapped out honey with Agave nectar. It has a lighter flavor. Avocado oil replaced the butter....less saturated fat

I hadn’t thought swapping out ingredients. I like agave , but avocado not so much. I wonder if there’s another oil that would work?  

[Kitt]

On 5/12/2021 at 3:02 PM, kbois said:

No matter what the temp is he defaults to defrost on the cat 5 hurricane setting.

Hubby took my truck yesterday (full size bed as opposed to his short bed). Guess what the HVAC was set to when I got in this morning?

[kbois]

1 minute ago, Reader1810 said:

I hadn’t thought swapping out ingredients. I like agave , but avocado not so much. I wonder if there’s another oil that would work?  

I can't taste the avocado. It's probably one of the mildest oils I've tried. Sesame oil has a strong flavor like olive oil does. The Amish market I go to has several odd varieties of oil. 

Here's  a link that has some good info:

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/15-best-healthy-cooking-oils-in-india/articleshow/20678146.cms

[Reader1810]

2 minutes ago, Kitt said:

Hubby took my truck yesterday (full size bed as opposed to his short bed). Guess what the HVAC was set to when I got in this morning?

The phrase “igloo chic” popped into my brain when I read your question. Am I close? 

[Reader1810]

Just now, kbois said:

Here's  a link that has some good info:

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/15-best-healthy-cooking-oils-in-india/articleshow/20678146.cms

Thank you! 

I did not know avocado is so mild compared to olive oil - good to know.

[spyke]

53 minutes ago, Kitt said:

Hubby took my truck yesterday (full size bed as opposed to his short bed). Guess what the HVAC was set to when I got in this morning?

So is retaliation in the future? Wide open heat on the feet perhaps? LOL

[Mikiesboy]

1 hour ago, Reader1810 said:

Okay, so I made “ @Mikiesboy’s” strawberry oatmeal bars today. 

Let me start out by saying there were some missteps along the way.

The first baking pan I tried was a bit too large (8x11) for the dough that I produced - seemed a mite too sticky in my opinion, because I might or might not have used a wee bit too much honey  - so I switched to an 8x8 pan. 

I chopped the strawberries rather than just slicing them, which turned out to be a good thing because a good masher I do not possess.

The crumble for the top was troublesome because of it being sticky, but I compensated for that with large flake oatmeal - that worked.

Bottom line: I just tried a piece after letting it cool, and boy is it delicious! 

Making this again, I am.  

  Hide contents

I will wait until after this batch is no longer, of course.  

 

Hint.. when working with oatmeal... let it sit for a few minutes after mixing it. Let the oats soak up some moisture.

[Mikiesboy]

1 hour ago, Reader1810 said:

I hadn’t thought swapping out ingredients. I like agave , but avocado not so much. I wonder if there’s another oil that would work?  

 Be careful agave.. it is worse than high glucose corn syrup.  It can reduce insulin sensitivity, may negatively affect your liver and is higher in calories than sugar.  I looked at it when Michael was diagnosed and rejected it outright.

[Wayne Gray]

3 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

Hint.. when working with oatmeal... let it sit for a few minutes after mixing it. Let the oats soak up some moisture.

you used to be an evangelist for the IP, but now you have become a disciple of Mr. Oats. 🙂

I believe the reverence is justified. 😄

[Mikiesboy]

Just now, Wayne Gray said:

you used to be an evangelist for the IP, but now you have become a disciple of Mr. Oats. 🙂

I believe the reverence is justified. 😄

Everything i do, i do for love  ... of my Husband and his health. 

[Wayne Gray]

Just now, Mikiesboy said:

Everything i do, i do for love  ... of my Husband and his health. 

I don't doubt it. Though, it didn't hurt that those strawberry bars were delicious. 😛

[Mikiesboy]

Just now, Wayne Gray said:

I don't doubt it. Though, it didn't hurt that those strawberry bars were delicious. 😛

i like to make healthy stuff ...bonus is it tastes nice.  

[Reader1810]

9 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

Hint.. when working with oatmeal... let it sit for a few minutes after mixing it. Let the oats soak up some moisture.

Thanks for the tip. I’ll try that next time. 

 

[Reader1810]

7 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

 Be careful agave.. it is worse than high glucose corn syrup.  It can reduce insulin sensitivity, may negatively affect your liver and is higher in calories than sugar.  I looked at it when Michael was diagnosed and rejected it outright.

I like it, but the stuff we have in the cupboard is old - bought by my mom because my SiL likes it - so it’s not going to get used, and I doubt I’d actually buy it myself. 

[spyke]

8 minutes ago, Wayne Gray said:

you used to be an evangelist for the IP, but now you have become a disciple of Mr. Oats. 🙂

I believe the reverence is justified. 😄

High praise @Mikiesboy given that it comes from the inventor of oat hash. 😉

[Reader1810]

9 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

Everything i do, i do for love  ... of my Husband and his health. 

You’re a good man, tim. @MichaelS36 is a lucky guy. 

[Wayne Gray]

1 minute ago, spyke said:

High praise @Mikiesboy given that it comes from the inventor of oat hash. 😉

WOW! I can't believe you remembered that!

[kbois]

19 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

 Be careful agave.. it is worse than high glucose corn syrup.  It can reduce insulin sensitivity, may negatively affect your liver and is higher in calories than sugar.  I looked at it when Michael was diagnosed and rejected it outright.

Aw hell....

Why is it that I automatically gravitate toward everything that's not good for you? I didn't know about the insulin sensitivity. Guess I'm not using that anymore. Dammit. 

Thanks for the info....even though it burst my bubble. 

Shit. 

[spyke]

8 minutes ago, Wayne Gray said:

WOW! I can't believe you remembered that!

When you posted the recipe, it was one of those "Hmmmm" moments while rubbing your chin whiskers in thought. It honestly sounded very appealing and I've kicked myself for not trying it. Since I can't work this weekend (east coast, no gas), it might be the perfect time to try it for breakfast.  

[Mikiesboy]

Just now, kbois said:

Aw hell....

Why is it that I automatically gravitate toward everything that's not good for you? I didn't know about the insulin sensitivity. Guess I'm not using that anymore. Dammit. 

Thanks for the info....even though it burst my bubble. 

Shit. 

I felt the same when i was looking for sugar substitutes. It sounded perfect, till i started reading. Really bad for those who need to watch sugar.  Honey is the better choice, but you still have to be careful with it.  That's why i like Sasha's recipes. He uses honey or maple syrup but very little. So, it's okay for Michael.  

[Wayne Gray]

2 minutes ago, spyke said:

When you posted the recipe, it was one of those "Hmmmm" moments while rubbing your chin whiskers in thought. It honestly sounded very appealing and I've kicked myself for not trying it. Since I can't work this weekend (east coast, no gas), it might be the perfect time to try it for breakfast.  

Well, I love toasted oats. If you like a crunchy/chewy texture, then you will enjoy them. 🙂

[Wayne Gray]

3 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

I felt the same when i was looking for sugar substitutes. It sounded perfect, till i started reading. Really bad for those who need to watch sugar.  Honey is the better choice, but you still have to be careful with it.  That's why i like Sasha's recipes. He uses honey or maple syrup but very little. So, it's okay for Michael.  

He also uses lots of unsweetened applesauce, which actually, adds both moisture and some sugar. His recipes are great @kbois.

[Mikiesboy]

2 minutes ago, Wayne Gray said:

He also uses lots of unsweetened applesauce, which actually, adds both moisture and some sugar. His recipes are great @kbois.

Applesauce is used to reduce fat too. It's great stuff.