Nuts contain the antioxidants quercetin and campferol that may
suppress the growth of cancers. Brazil nuts contain 80 micrograms of selenium,
which is important for those with prostate cancer.
A study conducted at the University of Arizona of 1,700 elderly Americans showed that those with low levels of selenium are more apt to have polyps in the gastrointestinal tract (33% compared to 9% in those with a high level of selenium). The same study showed those taking 200 mcg of selenium over 4.5 years have 63% less prostate cancer, 58% fewer colorectal cancers and 46% fewer lung cancers. Overall, there were 30% fewer new cancers and 50% less overall death from cancer. Another study of 3,000 older Dutch people showed a reduction of lung cancer risk by 50% for those on selenium.
So GO NUTS!
~ Brazil Nut Bars ~
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup ground brazil nuts, about 12 large nuts
1/3 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
(Filling)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup sliced or chopped brazil nuts
Directions: Butter a
9-inch square baking pan. Heat oven to 350°. In a food processor, grind flour,
1/4 cup brown sugar, and ground brazil nuts together until fine. Add 1/2
teaspoon vanilla and the pieces of cold butter; pulse until well combined. The
mixture will appear dry and crumbly. Alternatively, you may work the mixture
together with a pastry blender until well blended and crumbly. Press the crumb
mixture evenly into the prepared 9-inch baking pan. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or
just until lightly browned around the edges. In a medium bowl, whisk together
the eggs, 1/2 cup brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla
extract until blended. Stir in semisweet chocolate and white chocolate chips and
the sliced brazil nuts. Spread mixture over the baked crust. Bake for 25 to 30
minutes longer or until the topping is set and lightly browned. Cool in pan on a
rack. Cut into bars when completely cooled. Enjoy! ~ Chef
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