For years, my yogi friends have been talking about the magic of ghee. Frankly, I was only ever half listening to the conversation – until recently when I became obsessed with buckwheat pancakes. That obsession could take up another article but suffice it to say that for the past 4 weeks I have been having a pancake a day – and it’s now one of the main reasons I get out of bed. I could not resist having butter with my pancake but every day as I slathered it on I began to wonder – is this healthy? Are my thighs exploding? My pants have been feeling a little tight lately…
During a weekend prowl of the most expensive grocery store in Geneva – Globus – I came across a jar of ghee. It cost $20 and yes – I bought it. After spreading it on my pancake this morning, I can report: I am hooked. (Although for $20 I think I can make it myself…) A little research brought me to this fascinating article by Delia Quigley:
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