Who knew that having some nuts would help in alleviating stress due to its nutrient and vitamin mixture! That said, I also caution for those who may have allergies to nuts as well. Please consult appropriately for that.

A misconception that may come with having nuts in our nutrition is about the fat. Yet, it is also about the quality of the fat versus the quantity of it. The quality and type of fat with this nut recipe is a health fat and has a wide range of nutrients that are also antiaging as well as help with stress!

The featured nut for this recipe is the walnut. Here is why: The walnut has brain-boosting omega-3 fatty acids, quality protein, B vitamins, zinc and make for a good mood food for a younger memory, focus, and concentration!

Banana Walnut Bread

(1 loaf)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup walnut oil
• 1/2 cup brown sugar (can try cane sugar)
• 2 eggs
• 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• pinch salt
• 3 tbsp milk
• 2 tbsp plain live yogurt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup crushed walnuts

Note: if need to change the content i.e. flour for gluten-free, try it out. Or can try out a different milk if have milk sensitivity. Just not guaranteed how it will turn out with the change in the flour aspect!

Assembly:

1. Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Grease your loaf pan. Using a mixer, beat the oil and sugar then beat in the eggs and mashed bananas.
2. Combine the dry ingredients, then add to the banana mixture. Add the milk, yogurt, and vanilla and beat until blended. Stir in the crushed walnuts and pour the batter into the loaf pan.
3. Bake for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until a skewer or fork or knife inserted into the middle of the loaf comes out clean.

Enjoy!

Happy kitchening, cooking & cuisine!