{"id":3806,"date":"2011-09-30T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2011-09-30T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/?p=3806"},"modified":"2011-10-02T20:08:01","modified_gmt":"2011-10-03T00:08:01","slug":"review-melt-buttery-spread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/?p=3806","title":{"rendered":"Review: Melt Buttery Spread"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wlWriterHeaderFooter\" style=\"float: none; margin: 0px; padding: 4px 0px 4px 0px;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; width: 450px; height: 80px;\" src=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/widgets\/like.php?href=http:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/?p=3806\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"320\" height=\"240\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Have you heard of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.meltbutteryspread.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Melt Buttery Spread<\/a>?\u00a0 I hadn\u2019t until I received an email asking if I would be interested in sampling &amp; reviewing the spread.\u00a0 First, I headed off to the website to learn more about the product.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Rich &amp; Creamy Melt\u00ae is a great tasting, organic butter alternative that supports healthy weight when replacing other fats in your daily diet. Melt is the perfect blend of the healthiest fats and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.meltbutteryspread.com\/gluten-free-oils\/\">gluten-free oils<\/a> that we\u2019ve carefully chosen for you. Melt is a rich source of Medium Chain Fatty Acids (the \u201cgood\u201d fats) that your body burns as energy instead of storing as fat, thereby boosting metabolism.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Organic <a href=\"http:\/\/www.meltbutteryspread.com\/virgin-coconut-oil\/\">Virgin Coconut Oil<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nOrganic virgin coconut oil (VCO) is possibly the healthiest, most versatile, unprocessed dietary oil. VCO is a stable, healthy saturated fat that does not elevate undesirable (LDL) cholesterol: VCO has no trans fats or cholesterol. It is rich in plant-based, healthy saturated fats called Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCFAs), which are not immediately stored as fat but are used for energy.VCO is also nature\u2019s most abundant source of lauric acid, shown to reduce symptoms of digestive disorders; support overall immune functions; and help fight bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Extensive dietary research indicates components found in organic virgin coconut oil may boost metabolism, increase thyroid activity, promote weight loss, and provide optimal nutrient absorption. Plus, coconut oil has a similar melt point to butter making it ideal for baking and cooking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Organic Flaxseed Oil<\/strong><br \/>\nOne of the best sources of Omega\u20103s available. Over the past 60 years, clinical research has linked life\u2010threatening diseases such as obesity, some forms of cancer, heart disease, and Diabetes Type II with a chronic deficiency of dietary Omega\u20103 essential fatty acids. Flaxseed oil has the highest concentration of Omega\u20103 in the plant kingdom and eating it can reverse Omega\u20103 deficiencies common in the American diet. Organic flaxseed oil is an essential component of Melt\u00ae and ensures that every serving delivers the perfect balance of Omega 6s and Omega 3s, a ratio of 2:1.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Organic Palm Fruit Oil<\/strong><br \/>\nProduced from the fruit of the palm not the palm\u2019s kernel, palm fruit oil contains very high amounts of carotenoids (13 to 15 times more than carrots and 40 to 50 times more than tomatoes)\u00a0 the antioxidants that our bodies convert to Vitamin A. In addition to supporting the immune system, heart health and good vision, Vitamin A may also provide protection from free-radical damage that some studies have linked to cancer. Palm fruit oil is also a good source of Vitamin E due to its high levels of tocopherols and tocotrienols, which are effective in removing damaging oxygen-free radicals from our bodies. Plus, palm fruit oil is odorless and tasteless, making it ideal for healthy baking and cooking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Organic Canola Oil<\/strong><br \/>\nCanola oil, which is made from the crushed seeds of the canola plant, has the lowest saturated fat content of any oil commonly consumed in the U.S., at just 7%. Canola oil is a specifically bred (not genetically modified) variety of Rapeseed. It is an excellent source of the Omega-6 fatty acid, Linoleic acid, and Omega-3 fatty acid, Alpha-Linoleic Acid (ALA). These fats are particularly important because our bodies cannot produce them. Studies show that ALA may help protect the heart through its effect on blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation. Because of its light flavor and smooth texture, canola oil is one of the most versatile cooking oils.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Melt is gluten- and soy-free.\u00a0 It is not vegan or dairy-free.\u00a0 I couldn\u2019t wait to try Melt on my next gluten-free bagel or slice of cinnamon raisin toast.\u00a0 First I tried it on my bagel and loved it!\u00a0 Then, the toast \u2013 loved that too!\u00a0 The real test was other people \u2013 specifically, Hannah\u2019s friends.\u00a0 We used the Melt Buttery Spread to make <a href=\"http:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/?p=3802\" target=\"_blank\">garlic cheese bread at her sleepover<\/a> this past weekend and were met with rave reviews!!!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/09\/005-640x427.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"background-image: none; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; padding-top: 0px; border: 0px;\" title=\"005 (640x427)\" src=\"http:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/09\/005-640x427_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"005 (640x427)\" width=\"413\" height=\"285\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I was hoping for leftovers and sadly there weren\u2019t any.<\/p>\n<p>Melt can be used in place of butter in cooking &amp; baking.\u00a0 Read below for some tips:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Tips for Cooking and Baking with Melt\u00ae<\/strong><br \/>\nTry Melt\u00ae as a healthy alternative in all your cooking and baking! Because of its stability under heat (smoke point 350\u00b0F), Melt is slow to breakdown and oxidize making it ideal for baking and saut\u00e9ing. Melt can be spread on hearty breads, melted over vegetables, or used just like olive oil or butter in your favorite recipes.<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>TOPPINGS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Blend Melt with chives for a great potato topper.<\/li>\n<li>Saut\u00e9 nuts in Melt for a perfect salad, casserole or sundae topping.<\/li>\n<li>Dollop Melt on hot steamy vegetables.<strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nCOOKING<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Saut\u00e9 garlic and ginger in Melt, stir in a tablespoon of chili oil \u2013 then add to your favorite stir fry, curry or Thai recipe.<\/li>\n<li>Drizzle Melt over grilled chicken, fish, vegetables or fruit instead of olive oil.<\/li>\n<li>Toss pasta in Melt instead of butter or olive oil.<strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nBAKING<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Great for pie crusts or pastries! Measure Melt, place in freezer for 15 minutes prior to use in baking \u2013 this firms to make it easier to cut into crusts, scones, pastries, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Substitute Melt for butter in your favorite graham cracker crust.<\/li>\n<li>Use Melt in any bar or cookie recipe. We love it for our Naughty Granola Bars!<strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nDIPPING<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Microwave Melt 15 seconds for artichoke dipping.<\/li>\n<li>Heat Melt with fresh lemon as a dipping sauce for shrimp, crab, clams or lobster.<strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nPOPCORN<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pop popcorn in melt instead of oil for a delicious buttery flavor without the guilt.<\/li>\n<li>Drizzle Melt over your favorite popcorn.<\/li>\n<li>Blend Melt with your favorite spices for a savory popcorn treat.<strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nHOLIDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Give your favorite dishes a delicious sweetness by topping them with Melt.<\/li>\n<li>Blend cinnamon, brown sugar and nutmeg to Melt for a tasty sweet potato topping.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just like butter, it is important to heat Melt slowly and not allow it to reach extremely high temperatures.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.meltbutteryspread.com\/mingle_with_melt\/\" target=\"_blank\">Want to win a dinner party for you and 10 friends<\/a>?\u00a0 Check this out:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h4>Enter to win a $500 VISA gift card towards your Mingle With Melt dinner party from Rich &amp; Creamy Melt\u00ae Buttery Spread!<\/h4>\n<p>Enter to win a chic, foodie evening-in with friends from Rich &amp; Creamy Melt\u00ae, the great tasting, organic butter alternative that\u2019s good for you.<\/p>\n<p>One winner will enjoy a $500 Mingle with Melt VISA gift card with which to buy food, decorations, cocktails, cooking supplies, and maybe, the perfect little black dress, for your dinner party!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>To enter, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.meltbutteryspread.com\/mingle_with_melt\/\" target=\"_blank\">click here<\/a>.\u00a0 The sweepstakes is only open until October 31, 2011.\u00a0 **<strong>Note while this is being mentioned here on Gluten-free is Life, we are not accepting entries here on our blog or choosing the winner<\/strong>.\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.meltbutteryspread.com\/mingle_with_melt\/\" target=\"_blank\">You must follow instructions here to enter<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">***The samples reviewed here were sent to me free of charge for review purposes.\u00a0 The opinions stated in this post are mine and have not been influenced by anyone or anything<\/span><\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"linkwithin_hook\" id=\"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/?p=3806\"><\/div>\n<script><!-- \/\/LinkWithinCodeStart\nvar linkwithin_div_class=\"linkwithin_hook\";\nvar linkwithin_site_id = 135270;\n\/\/LinkWithinCodeEnd -->\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"http:\/\/www.linkwithin.com\/widget.js\"><\/script>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkwithin.com\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.linkwithin.com\/pixel.png\" alt=\"Related Posts with Thumbnails\" style=\"border: 0\" \/><\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you heard of Melt Buttery Spread?\u00a0 I hadn\u2019t until I received an email asking if I would be interested in sampling &amp; reviewing the spread.\u00a0 First, I headed off to the website to learn more about the product. Rich &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/?p=3806\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n<script><!-- \/\/LinkWithinCodeStart\nvar linkwithin_div_class=\"linkwithin_hook\";\nvar linkwithin_site_id = 135270;\n\/\/LinkWithinCodeEnd -->\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"http:\/\/www.linkwithin.com\/widget.js\"><\/script>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkwithin.com\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.linkwithin.com\/pixel.png\" alt=\"Related Posts with Thumbnails\" style=\"border: 0\" \/><\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":false,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3806","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p1R9ov-Zo","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3806","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=3806"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3806\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3808,"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3806\/revisions\/3808"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=3806"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=3806"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.glutenfreeislife.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=3806"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}