The Great American Low Carb Protein Shake Taste Test Thread - Page 2

stewcarol · 10-22-2009, 02:38 PM

Yummy, I just made the strawberry cheesecake shake, which is the first shake listed (without egg). It's delicious! I wasn't sure about the sour cream in it, but it tastes fantastic. 10 oz of water was a little too much for my magic bullet with the other ingredients so I cut the water back a bit. Thank you!!

Tweaker Geek · 10-23-2009, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pocahontas

TG - this is a great idea. I just want to clarify, did you use an entire splenda QP for 8 servings?

Thanks much!

Yes, I did, but you can use any sweetener in any amount that you like. Some may like theirs a bit sweeter or less sweet than others.

Nikki2777 · 10-24-2009, 06:17 AM

TO ANYONE...

Where can I purchase Thicken Thin Not/Sugar or Not/Starch?

Or, where in the store/grocery store can this be found?

Is this a drug store item?

Thanks much,

Nikki

DEEDLYNN · 10-24-2009, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikki2777

TO ANYONE...

Where can I purchase Thicken Thin Not/Sugar or Not/Starch?

Or, where in the store/grocery store can this be found?

Is this a drug store item?

Thanks much,

Nikki

I bought mine from Netrition. Other than that...I don't know.

Charski · 10-24-2009, 09:54 AM

You can get it from Netrition, amongst other online sources, as well as directly from the company, Expert Foods.

WAY back when the "LC Craze" hit and there were actual stores catering to LC, I could find it - but I've never seen it locally since then.

It seems expensive, but a little goes a long way and to me it's well worth it.

If you can't find it, you can try xanthan and/or guar gums, which are generally available more readily - Bob's Red Mill packages both, and I've seen them also at Whole Foods. I haven't had as good success with those separately as with the TTN/S but perhaps if you mixed them together they might work as well?

The Chicken Lady · 10-24-2009, 10:17 AM

I have been cutting calories and have really been worried about nutrition. I decided to start using the Myoplex low carb shakes so I could be certain of the nutrition I was getting.

I know I could just as easily take a vitamin but I really enjoy my morning shake...it fills me up and helps me cut my carbs.

I use:
18 ounces of water
1 level tablespoon instant coffee
2 ounces of cream
1/4 teaspoon Splenda Quick Pack
1 packet Myoplex low carb vanilla
enough ice to bring the liquid level up to 32 ounces

Blend well....it's really yummy and tastes like a frappahino.

jill72 · 10-24-2009, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Charski

I also like to add 1 tsp. Thicken Thin Not-Starch to give it a "milkshake mouthfeel" and it also helps keep the ice in suspension, but it's not essential.

Maybe not essential, but that's a fabulous tip! It really gives it that something extra that makes it taste very similar to a Wendy's Frosty. (Not that I can remember what those taste like LOL).

I ordered extra NotStarch on my last netrition order.

gemini0604 · 11-04-2009, 06:50 AM

Subscribing. Great ideas.

Sunny7 · 11-04-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by gemini0604

Subscribing. Great ideas.

me too, subscribing--great recipes

Dottie · 11-10-2009, 03:47 PM

Orange Delight Shake

6oz vanilla almond milk(unsweetened)
4oz ice cold water
1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder of your choice
1 packet crystal light sunrise orange - individual serving packet
1 large egg (optional for additional protein)

Add liquids, then egg if using, then powders. Cover and shake the dickens out of it.
This makes a big shake. Use 2 scoops and increase the liquids each by 2oz for 2 shakes.

Dottie · 11-10-2009, 03:50 PM

PB&J shake

6oz vanilla almond milk(unsweetened)
4oz ice cold water
1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder of your choice
1-2T PB2 or the peanutbutter/chocolate one
1T waldens farms strawberry jelly
2-3 drops strawberry extract
1 large egg (optional for additional protein)

Add liquids, then egg if using, then powders. Cover and shake the dickens out of it.
This makes a big shake. Use 2 scoops and increase the liquids each by 2oz for 2 shakes.

pocahontas · 11-10-2009, 04:28 PM

1annewil · 11-12-2009, 02:42 PM

All these look so good. Thanks!
Anne

QueenCityDiva · 11-14-2009, 12:27 PM

Thanks for posting these recipes - they are great and I can't wait to try them!

Cats for Texas · 11-14-2009, 04:07 PM

subscribing

sarahleigh81 · 11-16-2009, 07:14 PM

Subscribing! We've been making the same old strawberry, half and half, flax shake for months!

Lbertas · 11-17-2009, 02:39 PM

Subcribing for more protein shake ideas.

JustJessie · 11-18-2009, 01:15 PM

Subscribing!

10-24-2009, 09:54 AM	#35
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10-24-2009, 10:17 AM	#36
The Chicken Lady Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Texas Gulf Coast Posts: 553 Gallery: The Chicken Lady Stats: 289/218/150...Type 2 Diabetic WOE: High Fat Low Carb Diet Start Date: July 5th 2008	I have been cutting calories and have really been worried about nutrition. I decided to start using the Myoplex low carb shakes so I could be certain of the nutrition I was getting. I know I could just as easily take a vitamin but I really enjoy my morning shake...it fills me up and helps me cut my carbs. I use: 18 ounces of water 1 level tablespoon instant coffee 2 ounces of cream 1/4 teaspoon Splenda Quick Pack 1 packet Myoplex low carb vanilla enough ice to bring the liquid level up to 32 ounces Blend well....it's really yummy and tastes like a frappahino. __________________ Blessed are those who have one hand held by God and the other hand held by a friend. Last edited by The Chicken Lady; 10-24-2009 at 10:19 AM..

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10-22-2009, 02:38 PM	#31
stewcarol Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 439 Gallery: stewcarol	Yummy, I just made the strawberry cheesecake shake, which is the first shake listed (without egg). It's delicious! I wasn't sure about the sour cream in it, but it tastes fantastic. 10 oz of water was a little too much for my magic bullet with the other ingredients so I cut the water back a bit. Thank you!!

10-24-2009, 06:17 AM	#33
Nikki2777 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: USA Posts: 404 Gallery: Nikki2777	TO ANYONE... Where can I purchase Thicken Thin Not/Sugar or Not/Starch? Or, where in the store/grocery store can this be found? Is this a drug store item? Thanks much, Nikki

11-04-2009, 06:50 AM	#38
gemini0604 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: MD Posts: 2,109 Gallery: gemini0604 Stats: 168/152/undecided/5'6" WOE: CTFLC Start Date: 10/20/08	Subscribing. Great ideas.

11-10-2009, 03:47 PM	#40
Dottie Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: S.E. Texas Gulf Coast Posts: 58,831 Gallery: Dottie	Orange Delight Shake 6oz vanilla almond milk(unsweetened) 4oz ice cold water 1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder of your choice 1 packet crystal light sunrise orange - individual serving packet 1 large egg (optional for additional protein) Add liquids, then egg if using, then powders. Cover and shake the dickens out of it. This makes a big shake. Use 2 scoops and increase the liquids each by 2oz for 2 shakes.

11-10-2009, 03:50 PM	#41
Dottie Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: S.E. Texas Gulf Coast Posts: 58,831 Gallery: Dottie	PB&J shake 6oz vanilla almond milk(unsweetened) 4oz ice cold water 1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder of your choice 1-2T PB2 or the peanutbutter/chocolate one 1T waldens farms strawberry jelly 2-3 drops strawberry extract 1 large egg (optional for additional protein) Add liquids, then egg if using, then powders. Cover and shake the dickens out of it. This makes a big shake. Use 2 scoops and increase the liquids each by 2oz for 2 shakes.

11-10-2009, 04:28 PM	#42
pocahontas Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: SAN DIEGO, CA Posts: 8,123 Gallery: pocahontas WOE: LC Organic Whole Foods

11-12-2009, 02:42 PM	#43
1annewil Junior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NE Mississippi Posts: 24 Gallery: 1annewil Stats: 162/158/148 WOE: Atkins Start Date: August 2008	All these look so good. Thanks! Anne

11-14-2009, 12:27 PM	#44
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	Thanks for posting these recipes - they are great and I can't wait to try them!

11-14-2009, 04:07 PM	#45
Cats for Texas Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 293 Gallery: Cats for Texas Stats: 208/180/175/164/162/204 (oops) WOE: LC Start Date: First start 9/2002 at 250; 3nd 10/07; 3rd 8/09	subscribing

11-16-2009, 07:14 PM	#46
sarahleigh81 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 3 Gallery: sarahleigh81 Stats: 215/120 Start Date: Sept 17, 2009	Subscribing! We've been making the same old strawberry, half and half, flax shake for months!

11-17-2009, 02:39 PM	#47
Lbertas Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: So. Calif born in Upstate NY Posts: 852 Gallery: Lbertas Stats: 204/182/155/5'6" 59 yr.young 260 in 1975 WOE: CTFLC Start Date: 2008	Subcribing for more protein shake ideas.

11-18-2009, 01:15 PM	#48
JustJessie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: New York Posts: 159 Gallery: JustJessie Stats: 165/157/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 9/10/09	Subscribing!