For the Love of Peanut Butter: Four Recipes You Must Have

Peanut Butter - for those of us who love it, we just can't get enough. These four peanut butter recipes will quench your PB cravings and leave you with a smile. From breakfast to treats and even a fruit dip, peanut butter makes almost everything better.

PB Crispy Treats

For a terrific peanut butter treat, try this twist on your regular old marshmallow crispy squares!

You will need:
1 package of marshmallows (10 oz. Size)
6 cups of crisp rice cereal
3 tablespoons of butter or margarine
1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter

Prepare a 13 x 9-inch pan by lightly greasing the bottom and sides of the pan. Next, using a large saucepan melt the butter over low heat. When butter is melted you will add your marshmallows to the pan. Stir together until the marshmallows have completely melted. Turn off the heat and stir in your creamy peanut butter. When the mixture in the pan has been well blended, add the crisp rice cereal. Stir it in well enough to coat all of your cereal. Press the mixture into the buttered pan. Let pan cool completely and then cut into pieces.

Peanut Butter Oatmeal

For a great quick and delicious breakfast try this tasty PB oatmeal.

You will need:
2 cups of water
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1 cup of quick-cooking rolled oats
1/3 cup of well-packed brown sugar
1/4 cup of creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons of butter or margarine

In a medium saucepan bring the water and salt to boiling. Add the quick-cooking oats and boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in the brown sugar, peanut butter, and the butter or margarine. When well mixed, grab a spoon and enjoy!

Creamy PB Dip

This creamy peanut butter dip is perfect for a variety of your favorite fruits. Try this at your next gathering or picnic and its guaranteed to please.

You will need:
2 cups of skim milk
1/2 cup of sour cream
1 package (3.4 oz. size) vanilla flavored instant pudding
1cup of creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup of sugar

Peanut butter has long been a favorite in cookies, but try using it some other recipes too. There's nothing like adding some smooth, creamy peanut butter to make an extra special taste sensation.

Credit: Paige Foster

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