Question:
Has anyone mixed the unflavored protein powders in soups or broth?

I get tired of sweet things, especially when I'm not feeling well. I was wondering if any of the natural or unflavored protein powders could be mixed into broth or soups to help me get the protein in without having to drink it as a shake.    — Deb F. (posted on February 15, 2003)

February 15, 2003
Yes, I am 8 weeks post op and for the first 4 weeks post op, I mixed a non-flavored protein powder by designer protein with warm chicken broth. It was very tasty. You have to be careful not to boil the broth or get it too hot because the protein powder will clump and not dissolve. I also mixed the unflavored protein powder in some cream soups like cream of chicken or cream of mushroom. Mixing the unflavored protein powder in sugar free pudding is another tasty way to get your protein in.
   — Marsha W.

February 15, 2003
If you cook with protein, make sure it is soy or egg protein since whey can break down with heat. A friend of mine uses tofu in soup and says it is absolutely tasteless (I keep meaning to try this). I like the natural flavored whey protein by Designer Protein to make up my own drinks but I don't know that I would cook with it. One thing that I have eaten for years for a healthy breakfast on the go is something I call oatmeal squares. I cook up steel cut oats (regular oatmeal doesn't work that well for this) and then add egg beaters (enough to make it moist), soy protein (about a scoop), splenda and cinnamon. I mix it all up (it's kinda gloppy like this) and then I put it in a pyrex baking dish and bake it at 375 for about 45 minutes to an hour. You can transfer the dish to the refrigerator after it cools. Just cover it with wrap and each day you can cut off a piece of it and bring to work/school. It's kinda chewy so it's important to chew well. Steel cut oats are a great source of low glycemic carbs (steel cut is less processed than regular oatmeal) and you get protein in as well. I have modified this recipe from something posted on a Zone board years ago (they made the same thing into oatmeal balls and added almonds to it). If you look at sites where eating plans balance carbs and proteins (the Zone is good but reduce the fat or Body for Life or Larry North and some body building sites), you will probably find some great recipes that add protein to "traditional" recipes as well as discussions on what protein to use when. Good luck!
   — susanje

February 16, 2003
hiya! i use a couple of different protein powders - i too don't like the sweet ones. i use Jarrow's Iso Rich Soy Protein Powder which is formulated to not break down in high temps so you can boil it, bake with it, freeze it. i add it to a lot of foods (i have recipes on my website) and then i use Supplement Direct Brand Natural Whey Protein which i add to drinks like coffee or juice. it has a little taste but not bad. the thing with whey protein is that you don't want to heat it past boiling temp or else it breaks down. i get the jarrow's at: www.vitamintrader.com and the supplement direct is a local store but you may be able to order it online from them at: www.supplementdirect.com. good luck! kate www.geocities.com/katebme2002
   — jkb

February 16, 2003
Thanks for the info. I was thinking to just add the protein powder to a single portion of soup or broth, not adding it during the preparation of it. I've ordered some samples of different brands to see which ones I like best. I just got my insurance approval and am waiting for a date.
   — Deb F.