Ezekiel Bread
For those of you looking for a delicious high quality bread to add to your diet I hands down recommend Ezekiel bread!
Ezekiel bread (in my opinion) is the mother of all bread-type products.
It's an organic-sprouted-whole-grain-bread that is not only a complete protein but also weighs in very low on the Glycemic Index. These are the kind of carbs we want to be eating, whole unprocessed whole grain products. All you have to do is take a close look at this bread to see all the whole grains that it consists of.
Unlike many breads on the market today you will not see ingredients like enriched wheat flour, high fructose corn syrup, or preservatives listed in the ingredients. Some of the ingredients you will see are sprouted barley, millet, lentils, spelt, and soybeans! I mean seriously, when was the last time you can honestly say you had all of these nutritious ingredients in one sitting?
Remember, when choosing any breads you want to look for whole grains over simply whole wheat flour. This is easy enough because all you have to do is look at the bread… if you see whole grains and seeds you know you’ve got a good one. If you’re bread is brown but soft and fluffy you might want to take a closer look at the list of ingredients.
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Ezekiel products are also gluten-free flour free so for those of you that have food allergies this may very well be the product you have been looking for! It is not gluten free, but it does seem to be gentler on the system due to the sprouting process. Sprouting the wheat berry seems to break down the gluten a bit and many people who have wheat-gluten sensitivities seem to be able to tolerate this bread. The best part is that they make more than just bread. You can get English muffins, tortillas, buns, cereals, pasta and pita bread – lots of options!
Honestly guys, this is the bread that I have in my house 95% of the time (not including the occasional fresh baked whatever’s looking good). If you are not already used to eating a whole grain bread, Ezekiel may take a little bit of getting used to because it is a very hearty, textured bread (remember, texture is a good thing!). A good way to start out is by toasting it… it really intensifies the natural nutty flavors in the bread and is just d’lishes!
Whole Foods carries a lot of the Ezekiel products (the English muffins are to die for!). Trader Joe’s carries the bread and tortillas and most of the regular grocery stores where I live (So. Cal) carry at least the bread. If you're not sure where you can find it near you, check out the Ezekiel Store Finder.
So am I alone here? Have any of you guys tried any of the Ezekiel products before??
P.S. I have a crazy good, stupid simple, 3-ingredient Ezekiel Sandwich that I gonna post as soon as I get a chance (hopefully tomorrow!) so stay tuned;).
P.S.S. Just a note for those of you who insist on buying those low-cal breads (no worries by the way, I used to be just like you) made of air and I seriously don't even know what else, please stop! The goal is to be healthy and fit NOT skinny and tired. Forget the idea of low calorie foods and start to shift your thinking to whole, real, nutrient dense foods. (More on this later!)
Nutritional Analysis
Calories: 80; Total Fat: 0.5g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 80mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugars: 0g; Protein: 4gYou may wanna try:
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suzanne :
I love the ezekiel english muffins! But i haven't tried the breads here where i am in canada they're in the freezer of the health section.
I'm definitely going to be picking up a loaf next time i'm grocery shopping ;)
posted on August 26, 2008 3:08 PM
Amy :
I love ezekiel breads too! My favorite way to eat it is toasted with almond butter. It makes the thickness of it pleasant instead of dry like it sometimes comes off when cold.
Do you know, why is it that sprouted grains hurt your stomach less? I have some wheat sensitivities and I definitely feel like this is gentler on my body.
One thing though - I don't actually believe that the ezekiel products are gluten free. They contain sprouted wheat products, which are easier on your system, but still contain gluten.
Thanks for the great write up on this great product!
posted on August 26, 2008 7:53 PM
Dani :
Amy - Yikes! You are completely right! The bread is flour free, not gluten free. My mistake!!
As far as being easier on the belly - It seems that the sprouting process begins an enzymatic action that starts to break down the gluten which makes it more easily digested. This may be why it works better for you.
Thanks for the correction:)!!
posted on August 27, 2008 4:41 AM
Mary :
I have an Ezekiel english muffin nearly everyday for breakfast, and my favorite dinner lately has been hummus, baby spinach and part-skim mozzarella cheese sandwich on ww Ezekiel -- made all warm and melty in a panini press. YUM!!
You might also mention that the products are found in the freezer case, and should be kept refrigerated once thawed. And they are pricier than normal bread (go figure, right?) but imho worth it!
posted on August 27, 2008 5:13 AM
Maya :
My mother is a whole wheat freak, so we always have Ezekiel in our house. I agree with the toasting it, because I'm not crazy about the whole wheat taste, but toasting it makes it a lot better. I love a piece of the bread toasted with a little bit of cream cheese. YUMM. :)
posted on August 27, 2008 6:09 AM
ttfn300 :
I've been meaning to try some of their products! It'll be first on my list of ones to try once I start shopping again :)
posted on August 27, 2008 6:30 AM
Umber :
Hi Dani Spies!
I can't believe how you think of these things.....I will certainly try it as I feel I have been in a never ending pursuit of good bread that will become a permanent part of my diet. You know just bread that is naturally nutritious, I mean the kind that not only is good for you but makes your system work in all aspects, making it feel alive, if you will ......thanks! I will certainly try it. I never shop at whole foods as the prices are very high in my opinion for a lot of the thing I am looking for and only go there for a specific item every now and then.
posted on August 27, 2008 1:34 PM
MizFit :
me too!
me too!
greatbreadmindsthinkalike.
posted on August 28, 2008 4:58 AM
megan :
I've been meaning to try this bread, too. For those that have tried it, what are your favorites? I hate trying new things, especially if they are pricier items (don't want to buy the wrong one and waste money). It seems like the English muffins are a favorite. Anything else?
My current favorite (hard-to-find) bread is Pepperidge Farm's Very Thin Whole Wheat Bread. You can get three slices for the same amount of carbs in one slice of regular whole wheat bread. It's great!
posted on August 28, 2008 5:37 AM
ashley :
I do eat this often and YUM! It is delicious and hearty. Hands down the best.
posted on August 29, 2008 8:53 AM
HangryPants :
Hi! I was led here by Hil of Blueberry Hil so I've just been looking around. I love your blog and the ideas you have about food.
Also, I have tried Ezekiel English Muffins and I absolutely love them. I really don't eat any other bread anymore. I wish they were a little cheaper or would be on sale once in awhile, but that's ok. Anyway, I've only had the EMs because they're so great and versatile I haven't found a need for sliced bread.
posted on October 26, 2008 2:56 PM