Peanut Butter Made By Monks 😀

[CheerfulTabby22]

I came across a podcast today that I just thought was the coolest thing ever!! (Um, granted, I’m pretty easily amused but-)

YOU GUYS-

There’s a podcast made by the monks of St. Meinrad’s Archabbey- And they make their own Peanut Butter, which they call-

PEANUT ‘BROTHER’

IF that isn’t the CUTEST THING!!!

I’m sorry (It prolly sounds a little disrespectful to say that- but I mean- I love the idea- and it’s awesome!! I mean it in a good way, and I’m kinda tickled to death by the thought!)

I’m buying a TON of Peanut Butter now. They’re all probably gonna be gathered around, looking at the increase in orders going to one person and be all, “Who is this crazy gal?”

On another note, I guess it goes to show that I still have a lot to learn- that monks aren’t just praying 24 hours a day, but that they (Like priests) are human, and do other human things, too!

As a matter of fact, sounds like they are so busy, that they barely get a chance to rest, a lot of the time. So I think, (As with everyone) We should definitely offer these fellas our prayers, that they can continue to do all their good work, (As well as make Peanut Butter!)

https://smagiftshop.com/shop/saint-meinrad-gifts/peanut-brother-jar/

 

[Sarcelle]

Thanks for the tip.

I love peanut butter.

It’s also good for you.

 

[anna]

Thank you for posting this. I will place my order this afternoon. My kids and I love peanut butter. Also thank Sarcella for the heads up on the cookies, will be baking. God bless

 

[ZMystiCat]

I love peanut butter.

It’s also good for you.

Well, at least until you eat a whole jar…

in one sitting…

with a spoon…

I REGRET NOTHING!!!

Spoiler

(OK, that didn’t really happen, but I was near-addicted to peanut butter growing up.)

 

[Sarcelle]

I was addicted to chunky peanut butter as a teenager.

 

[Mtatum1958]

I think it’s great to share this kind of information. It immediately reminded me of The Monks of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel. It is a growing monastic community, and in seeking a way to support themselves they came up with … coffee

Carmelite Monks of Wyoming roasting Mystic Monk Coffee

From their monastery nestled deep in the Rocky Mountains, the Wyoming Carmelites (a small group of Carmelite Monks) were looking for a way to support their growing community. After much discernment and prayer, the monks had the inspiration to start roasting coffee and selling the beans...

www.mysticmonkcoffee.com

I’ll have to look for the peanut butter.

 

[CheerfulTabby22]

They-

THEY MAKE COFFEE?



Coffee, I believe, is one of life’s greatest blessings that we’ve been given.

I AM SO HAPPY~ cheers

I am definitely gonna check out the coffee, too!!

 

[Mtatum1958]

Yes, and we have Pope Clement VIII to thank for that. Coffee

 

[Tis_Bearself]

Anything made by monks is usually excellent. Beer, cheese, fruitcake, fudge, bread, coffee. I’m sure the peanut butter is great too.

 

[CheerfulTabby22]

WHAAAT?

I just read the article- As much as I love me some coffee I had no idea all the history behind it! This is FASCINATING.

And the fact that it’s kinda credited for ushering in the enlightenment/ exchange of ideas- so cool!

Saying a prayer of gratitude that Pope Clement VIII blessed the coffee bean And that we have such an awesome beverage in the world. (Though peeps often tell me I need to drink less of it, ‘cause “My heart’s gonna explode" lol- hopefully not really, heheh!)

Thank you for sharing this article with me!!

 

[TheLittleLady]

Fudge made by monks (they also make fruitcakes)

https://www.gethsemanifarms.org/fudge.aspx

Hot sauce made by Monks

https://www.countrymonks.biz/habanero-hot-sauce/

Bread and granola (they used to raise/sell chickens as well!)

http://www.littleportionbakery.org/

 

[CheerfulTabby22]

I’m pretty sure ya all are gonna give me a happiness heart-attack.

SO MANY GOOD THINGS.

And I bet it’s healthier/ has less chemicals in the ingredients, too!

I think I’m just gonna make a trip and hand over my wallet to all these monks “PLEASE TAKE THE MONEY KIND BROTHERS AND GIVE ME FOOD.”

…On another note- I’ve been trying to follow the lent tradition of giving up unhealthy things and- um- I think it’s starting to show, heheh. Maybe I need a snack.

 

[lilypadrees]

They make and sell coffee too.

 

[oldgraymare2]

I was at a craft fair that is held yearly on the grounds at Holy Hill Shrine in Hubertus, Wisconsin, outside of Milwaukee.

It is held every year in September.

My husband and I decided to finally go this past September, and we are so glad that we went. We had a great time!

I bought a bar of Lavender Patchouli soap from some Carmelite Friars who came from Minnesota.

All of the soaps that they made, smelled so amazing.

I kept the brochure that they had available on their table, and here is the website for them, in case anyone would be interested in their products:

http://carmelitesaustinmn.com/work/

You would have to contact them by e-mail if you’re interested in purchasing any of their jams, coffee, soaps, or rugs. The contact information is on their website.

They also appear at craft fairs in the Rochester/Minneapolis area too, if anyone lives in Minnesota and would like to see their products.

I also came upon this website while searching, that showcases products from many of the monasteries and abbeys that have already been mentioned in this thread:

https://www.monasterygreetings.com/prod_detail_list/All_Food

 

[lilypadrees]

They sell beer!!!

 

[oldgraymare2]

They sell beer!!!

Hi Lily!

Yes, they do!

There are some really lovely items on the site.

I am interested in so many different things…

I’m interested in the various food items, and the different dry soup mixes, too.

I love soup mixes like that. I like to add in different types of sausages or meat, and some extra beans/legumes and veggies, to make a nice, big, hearty pot of soup.

 

[lilypadrees]

I love their Rosaries. They have the one I need to replace. So I will be getting that for sure.

And I am curious about that beer. (First time I’ve seen that offered by anyone.) I see they have 2 kinds. Wonder what the difference is?

I’ll get the fudge and a few other things for Mama as well.

 

[Sarcelle]

Mmm, peanut butter cookies paired with coffee

This is a nice thread @CheerfulTabby22.

Combines a way to buy good stuff and support the monasteries.

 

[Gertabelle]

Fudge made by monks (they also make fruitcakes)

The Abbey of Gethsemani

Hot sauce made by Monks

Habanero Pepper Sauce

Bread and granola (they used to raise/sell chickens as well!)

http://www.littleportionbakery.org/

Oh my, oh my, oh my!

Where to begin with all this goodness!!!

 

[TheLittleLady]

Not one, but two selections for caskets:

https://trappistcaskets.com/caskets/

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