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How to make 25% of what you eat 100% better.
Diets come and go. Each offering their own wrinkle on how to lose weight and feel healthier. But at Roman Meal, we offer a solution that’s been working for us for about 100 years. They’re called whole grains.
In fact, most of our products are 100% whole grains. And studies have shown that whole grains can decrease your risk of cancer and heart disease. That’s because whole grains are loaded with potassium and magnesium. Plus, whole grains are more satisfying. They take longer for your body to break down. So you can feel full and have more energy.
Of course, the proof is in the pudding—or in this case, the loaf. Pick up a loaf of our Roman Meal bread next time you’re at the store and try out our whole grain products for yourself.
Prepare this elegant French toast the usual way, in a skillet or on a griddle. Or, do something really different and try the French toast in a waffle iron or sandwich grill.
Makes 1 to 2 servings. In a pie plate or other small plate, beat 1 egg with 2 tablespoons milk. Dip 2 slices Roman Meal bread into egg mixture for several seconds on each side. In skillet or on griddle over medium-high heat, melt 1 teaspoon margarine or butter. Add dipped bread slices and cook until well browned, about 3 minutes. Turn and brown second side. Serve plain, sprinkled with confectioners' sugar, drizzled with maple syrup, or topped with apple butter. Or, preheat waffle iron, sandwich grill, or tabletop grill. Add dipped bread slices, close iron or grill, and cook until nicely browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Top with apple butter, fruit spread, low fat cream cheese, honey, butter, skim milk ricotta, or your favorite toast topping.
Nutritional analysis per serving: 153 calories; 7.7g protein; 18g carbohydrates; 5.9g fat (1.4g saturated); 3g fiber; 107mg cholesterol; 148mg sodium.
Oven-toasted bread slices wrapped around asparagus, ham, and cheese make a very special knife-and-fork sandwich that would be great for a tea, shower, or special gathering.
Makes 4 servings. Preheat oven to 375°. Arrange 4 slices Roman Meal bread on sprayed or oiled baking sheet or in an 8- or 9-inch pan. Top each bread slice with a thin slice of cooked ham or prosciutto, a thin slice of low fat Swiss cheese, and then with 3 cooked asparagus spears. Fold two opposite corners of bread slice to center, slightly overlapping corners. Secure with wooden picks. Bake until toasted and cheese melts, about 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutritional analysis per 1 sandwich: 99 calories; 7g protein; 15g carbohydrates; 1.8g fat (.3g saturated); 1.4g fiber; 6.2mg cholesterol; 347mg sodium.
Our grandmothers (or great grandmothers) used to serve creamed eggs or tuna in toast cups. They're fun for any meal, but especially weekend breakfasts. Fill them with scrambled or poached eggs.
Makes 4 servings. Preheat oven to 375°. Spray 4 large-sized muffin cups or 10-ounce custard cups or small oven-proof cereal bowls with pan spray. Gently fit 4 slices Roman Meal bread into cups. Bake until just beginning to brown, about 5 to 8 minutes. Tip out of cups. Fill with poached or scrambled eggs. Variation: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon shredded low fat Cheddar cheese in bottom of each cup before toasting.
Nutritional analysis per serving without eggs or cheese: 70 calories; 3g protein; 13g carbohydrates; 1g fat; 1g fiber; 0mg cholesterol; 125mg sodium.
The ancient Roman soldier's main ration was a healthy blend of grains, just like today's Roman Meal bread. And bruschetta toast — with olive oil, garlic, and salt — is a fantastic combination of the old and new Rome!
Makes 4 servings. Start with 4 slices toasted Roman Meal bread. Top toast slices with: A drizzle or brush of extra virgin olive oil, 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped, 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley.
Nutritional analysis per serving: 120 calories; 5g protein; 16.5g carbohydrates; 4.3g fat (1.6g saturated); 1.8g fiber; 8.3mg cholesterol; 235.5mg sodium.
OR
4 thin slices dry cured Italian salami, 4 tablespoons shaved or shredded Parmesan cheese, 8 leaves fresh basil.
Nutritional analysis per serving: 155 calories; 8g protein; 13g carbohydrates; 8g fat (2.9g saturated); 1g fiber; 16mg cholesterol; 500mg sodium.
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1 tablespoon prepared pesto, 4 thin slices Fontina cheese.
Nutritional analysis per serving: 200 calories; 11g protein; 14g carbohydrates; 12g fat (6g saturated); 1g fiber; 34mg cholesterol; 382mg sodium.
