More MATT CRACKS! This time with a recipe –>
Rosemary Parmesan Homemade Crackers
As soon as these guys came outta the oven we went for a run (fueled by a few samples, of course!). It was a tough one because it’s HOT out there!! 4 miles of giant hills later… all I could think about was coconut water on my tongue. Luckily I had a few in the fridge.
CHUGGED this guy faster than Matt could chug a Beast in college! It was so.good.
Clearly the theme of the day is thirst because I brought out the juicer for lunch. I have a Breville Juice Fountain Plus that a blog reader won on the Martha Stewart show and sent to me!! I don’t use it much due to its cleaning and bulk requirements, but when I do I always enjoy it.
I actually premeditated juicing after a discussion about it last week and bought 2 huge cucs and some celery at the grocery store…er through Relay Foods (!) to go with our abundance of apples.
Today’s bounty for 2 juices (guess who else was craving one)
Ready, set, go!
The best part of juicing is the FOAM!
Give the layers a stir
Because I ate 100 of Matt Cracks and downed that coconut nourishment, I had a lighter lunch. Definitely also a reflection of the hot temps here today! I want to turn on the AC!
My cuc, celery, apple, carrot, lemon juice
And a cup of plain yogurt with Crofter’s North America and some plain buckwheat crunch
I have a few things to tackle and then we have a walk date this afternoon with some new friends!
suz says
YUM! I have the exact same juicer but have only used it a few times in the past few months..thanks for the inspiration!
Jessica @ How Sweet says
my juicer (a waring pro) separates the foam from the juice – i wonder why? i always thought the foam wasn’t as good or you weren’t supposed to drink it?
kate says
I dont like the foam so when I invest in a juicer Ill have to buy the kind you have!
Christine says
Juice and crackers? Sounds like a kids snack! Haha, not for KERF, though….
A juicer is currently on my wish list! I have enjoyed juice purchased at a local co-op (beet, apple, ginger? yes please!) but it is so expensive!
Christine says
My dad is creeping into my brain….as soon as I hit submit I remembered that Seinfled episode when Kramer gets a line in a Woody Allen film:
“These pretzels are making me thirsty!”
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
LOL– I love that episode 🙂
Tina says
That juice looks kind of like beer in that cup with the froth. LOL
Stacey (The Habit of Healthy) says
I don’t know if I’m keen enough on juicing to buy a juicer, but it sure is healthy!
Camille says
I forgot that some places are still feeling the heat!
Lunch looks light and delicious though!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
I have actually never made juice like that before, but I could use one about right now! I am tired of the heat! I want fall here yesterday!
Brittany (A Healthy Slice of Life) says
Yum… I want to try Matt Crack!! hmm… that really doesn’t sound right…
Valerie @ City|Life|Eats says
Fun – I go back and forth on getting a juicer, but when I see posts like yours, it makes me think I need one 🙂
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
wow, i would eat all those crackers and down something to drink too! yum!
Lily @ Lily's Health Pad says
Why do you peel your cucumber before juicing it? I have the same juicer model, and it juices the skin just fine. 🙂
Kath says
I wouldn’t peel an English cuc, but this one was one of those waxy ones. I’m sure the juicer could “handle” it but I didn’t like the idea of wax in there
Amber K says
I really want a juicer, but the good ones are so expensive! I just don’t know if I would use it enough to off set the cost.
Dorota says
Do you just eat the buckwheat without any prep?
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says
I don’t have a juicer, but this makes me want one. Oh, the things I’d do with an unlimited cooking budget!!
Holly @ couchpotatoathlete says
I just sold my juicer on Craigslist because I never use it — but your juice is making me wish I had hung onto it!!! Oh well.
Marina says
I would like to be able to have juices like that when I crave something like that, but I really have no place for any more of kitchen appliances.
Isn’t that buckwheat breaking your teeth? I think it would break mine :))
Samantha @ Bikini Birthday says
Is that buckwheat raw?
barefootgirl (our first CSA) says
I have the same juicer & love it ( without he exception of the cleaning it) I made a juice a few weeks ago with tomatoes, apples, celery, carrots & beets. It was so yummy ( and pretty.. due to the beets)
mmm.. maybe it’s time to make more?
Laura says
I always knew there was a reason that the word “crack” was a part of crackers!
Ann says
Can you leave the cheese completely out and not make any other adjustments if you don’t want the cheese?
Kath says
I would think the answer is yes
Matt says
Definitely! Maybe add a splash more water.
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
That juice sounds so refreshing!! Enjoy the rest of your afternoon!
Victoria says
Those crackers look great. I’ve got to try to make some soon. My husband is a cracker fiend.
Andrea (@ Puppy Dog Tales) says
Oh gawd…I want a juicer so badly. I did hear that the clean up sucks…but it would be so worth it!
Emily says
Definitely had a similar face on today when I finished my run! I thought this was supposed to be fall….oh well, summer can stay a little longer:) Crackers look delicious!!
hippierunner says
That juice looks yummy. I wonder if my blender could do that lol.
Lauren at KeepItSweet says
those crackers look amazing, i’d love to try to make some at home
tina says
i got a juicer for my wedding shower and have yet to use it… i’m scared of it!!!! and that i’ll waste a ton of veggies and make an inedible/drinkable juice!!!!
any tips?
Kath says
Just give it a try! Put in something sweet like apple or carrot
Joy R3FitShow says
I love my Breville too!
~I love the title of this post…cute!
shannon (the daily balance) says
it’s a scorcher here, too! I was living happy in the 60s-70s and today it is MID-80S and HUMID – blech!
Natalia - a side of simple says
That chugging comparison is classic. Oh healthy times…!
faith @ gracefulfitness says
Any chance I get to sample these this afternoon? 🙂
Kath says
YUP!
Lindsay says
Hysterical title, by the way!
Jasmine @ Eat Move Write says
I love that you have walk dates with friends. I would have to bribe my husband with chocolate or football to get him to go on a “walk date.”
Kath says
The buckwheat is indeed raw – it’s kind of hollow and isn’t hard to chew at all
Kristina @ spabettie says
ah, that is where we differ… I dislike the foam! 🙂 I still juice every day, though.
and I LOVE the homemade crackers.
Marisa @ Loser for Life says
I’ve always wanted a juicer!
Yum to Matt’s Crack! I’ll have to make those soon 🙂
Krystina says
I love fresh juice! I need to invest in a juicer.
yummiee cupcake says
that little “bucket” bowl looks so cute. u have cute bowls!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
Mmmm…fresh juice is SO refreshing when the temps are high!! Love!
Jean@RoastedRootsandPumpkinSpice says
What a healthy and refreshing juice! Makes me want to go get a juicer.
Grad Skool Girl says
Those crackers look AMAZING! Can’t wait to try them… although I am a bit afraid to make them ’cause I know I will eat. them. all. immediately.
Joanna @ landanimal.wordpress.com says
I thought was enticed by the crackers… Then I saw the juicing you did. I am so jealous!! There is nothing as refreshing as green juice!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
such a grownup spin on my fave childhood snacks – crackers and juice!
Laughter-Loving Stacy says
1) the crackers look verrrrry tasty!
2) I am soo jealous of your sweat juicer! I’m afraid to buy one, because a cheap one will probably suck but I don’t have the money for a pricey one 🙁 boo.
One day. Until then, I will dream of a juicer. lol
Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says
Buckwheat crunch? That looks so fun!
As do the crackers. I never thought to make some homemade crackers, but you (and Matt) have totally inspired me. 😀
Liz @ Blog is the New Black says
Those crackers look so yummy!
Joslyn @ missfitbliss says
Wow that juice looks serious. You are braver than I! When I had a juicer I didn’t do a whole lot of veggies, I stuck with basic apple, etc.
Ashley says
eeeeeeeee I love that little blue bowl…crackers look awesome!! I’ll have to make them…Chris is a cracker looooover 🙂
Melissa @ HerGreenLife says
Is that just buckwheat from the bulk bins at the store? I didn’t know you could eat it like that. Is it toasted/roasted first or anything?
Lisa @bakebikeblog says
I would love to have a juicer!!! Particularly when the warmer weather hits!
Simply Life says
thanks for sharing the recipe – they look amazing!
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
Thanks for the recipe!! I’ll definitely have to give them a try 🙂
Jil @ Peace, Love & Munchies says
Yayy! I cannot wait to try those crackers.
Mary (What's Cookin' with Mary) says
I torn. I want a juicer at home, but I’m afraid I’ll never want to use it bc of the cleaning. Sometimes I feel like it’s easier to just buy one occasionally. Wondering how long it takes you to clean…? Also, what to do with the pulp…?
Kath says
I compost the pulp. It only takes about 5 minutes so clean (so long as you’re juicing fresh produce and not something sticky like peanuts, which is probably impossible anyways!) I just rinse it well and then use a little soap. No big deal.
The hardest part is buying the produce – it can get expensive
Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says
it is hot today!
stacey-healthylife says
Whats the buckwheat crunch? Looks yummy.
Gina says
Haha, love the title of this post!
Those crackers look awesome. Thanks for the recipe!
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
I want a juicer SO BADLY!
Hannah says
Looks like a pretty awesome lunch to me! If only we could all have some husband crack in our lives.. 😉
Christina @ Food.Fun.Fabulous says
I’m not a big fan of juicing. As you said it’s so hard to clean up!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I can’t wait until the day when I can afford a juicer! I might turn pink from all the beets I will consume. 😉
Laura (Starloz) says
we have the same juicer
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
I’m drooling over those crackers – they look SO GOOD!!!
Maria @ Kale and Cupcakes says
Best.title.ever!!! : ) We have the same juicer and you’re right, it’s always fun to use but kind of a pain to clean!
Bee Goes Bananas says
I need to try making my own crackers sometime.
I love making things myself because you can control exactly what you put in it, down to the last pinch. Perfect!
Jessica@tastyandtrim says
I have yet to try fresh made juice, but this post makes me want to badly! Especially that combination- cucumber, celery, carrot, apple and lemon juice. It sounds so refreshing 🙂
Tori says
Just curious. What did Matt go to college for? Was is cooking/baking? Business?
Matt says
Anthropology! No reason… just liked it.
I taught myself how to brew and bake by reading and experimenting, and working at Great Harvest for two years sure helped!
Tamra says
there seems to be lots of questions about the buckwheat crunch… seriously? just plain dry buckwheat?? Maybe you should test a toasted buckwheat recipe for us : )
It really does look yummy in those pics.
Kath says
Yup. Just plain dry buckwheat.
Diana @ frontyardfoodie says
The foam IS the best part! I always add a banana to whatever juice I do because it makes it so creamy!
Nathalie says
I will have to make those crackers this weekend- they look soo tasty 🙂
I make fresh (green) juices every day and love them. I usually juice and then add the juice with a handfull of ice cubes to the blender and give it a quick whizz…makes the juices even tastier! My favourite juice includes avocado (added to the blender) even though I dislike avocado – but it makes the juice so creamy and delicious! I’d be happy to send you the ‘recipe’ if you want it.
Sara @ myfancytuna.blogspot.com says
Can Matt send me some crackers? 🙂
Claire C says
You guys need to mass produce and sell those crackers!I’d buy them:-)cc
Tara says
So juicing is considered healthy by you? Just curious.
Hey, also I bought some nutbags on amazon for about $4. It is like cheesecloth and reusable. That way, you can just juice with the vitamix. You pour it through the bag, squeeze the juice into a pitcher, then rinse out the bag and clean your vitamix. SO easy and the juice wasn’t that weird texture you get from juicing with a vitamix.
Kath says
why wouldn’t it be?
Tara says
I don’t know, my daughter’s doc says NO JUICE! Oh and correction, it is a nutmilk bag.
Tara says
and didn’t you one time make a comment when you had OJ that you don’t drink juice because you miss out on stuff but you made an exception for yoga? wow, I sounded like a stalker there
Kath says
Oh, I see. Well I think there is a difference in freshly squeeze vegetable juice with a bit of fruit vs. store-bought juices that are mostly sugar. You can find some great 100% fruit juices out there, but I’d still rather eat the whole fruit and get the fiber too. That’s why I don’t juice everyday. I do miss the fiber! But the point of veggie juices is that if you actually ate all the veggies that go in, you’re GI tract might explode from fiber! It’s like a concentrated solution of nutrients.
jassy says
juuce should always have ice for me…if i have a juicer i’d probably make a melon juice or banana strawberry 🙂