'Z' Better Butter Substitute

Need a better butter substitute with great healthy fats? (Recipe below.)

Coconut Oil - had plant based fatty acids (lauric acid, also found in breast milk) which are good for the body it many ways such as: weight loss, energy, cholesterol levels, immune function, kidney relief issues, metabolism, digestion, skin, hair, nails, etc.. and it also contains anti fungal (use it on your toes for athlete foot), antibacterial, antimicrobial, antioxidant properties. Even saturated plant based fats do not raise cholesterol levels like the saturated animal fats.

Flax Seed Oil - Can any one say, Omega 3's ? Well it actually has omega 3, 6, and 9. Brain food and reducing inflammation are at the top of the list. We can also add that it helps to lower cholesterol, stimulate brown fat cells, eyesight, liver function, skin issues, arthritis, etc..

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO)- is a heart super-food and there are lower rates of diabetes, heart disease, colon cancer, asthma, atherosclerosis, etc.. with those consuming EVO. Polyphenols are also responsible for the heart benefits, anti-flammatory, antibiotic, and anticoagulant properties. (Add EVO to some butter and let it set for a while. Come back and see how the butter is broken down - kinda what it does in your body to help break down cholesterol.)

I took all of these great fats and made this....

'Z' Better Butter Substitute

• 1/2 c coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons of flax seed oil
• 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
• 1/8 c water (add more if needed for desired creaminess)
• 1/2 t sea salt
• 1/2 t lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 t honey

Blend together in a small blender. Store in a glass jar, refrigerate or freeze. Spread and use like you would butter.

Options: leave out the honey if you want it less sweet. If you are used to salted add a pinch more sea salt.

Here are some great brands of these oils.  The flavors are great.  Barleans is the freshest  tasting flax seed oil.