PB

     We all know what PB stands for in the classic kids lunch of PB & J.  But peanut butter is far more than just a sandwich filling.  Here are two suggestions for you to try that includes the old stand-by in new ways:

Green Peanut Butter Smoothie

Blend 1 banana, 1 cup almond milk, 1 cup torn kale, 2 Tbsp peanut butter, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/2 cup ice in a blender until smooth.

Salted Peanut Butter & Jelly Blondies

Whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp kosher salt.  Whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter and 1 tsp vanilla extract.  Fold in dry ingredients.  Scrape batter into a buttered 8x8" baking pan.  Dollop with 2 Tbsp strawberry jam and top with 1 Tbsp chopped honey roasted peanuts.  Bake at 350F until a tester comes out clean, 35-40 minutes.  Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.