Bill O'Meally wrote:
On 2012-10-07 23:04:10 -0500, Jean B. said:

Before I forget... Has anyone here experimented with chia? If so, do
you have any tips? I got some the other day because I read they could
be used in a kind-of tapioca-like dessert.

I was pleased because I had noticed them at a store that wasn't as
expensive as Whole Foods, to say nothing of smaller health food
stores. Then, as I was checking the price at WF, I noticed theirs
were a much darker color. Are the lighter ones a poorer quality?

I discovered them at Costco a number of months ago. I love chia seeds!
They swell up in liquid into a gelatinous mass. I add almond milk,
butter and sweetener and microwave to make a hot "cereal" akin to cream
of wheat. They are great cold too. I make a custard and add them. Chill
and you have an awesome "tapioca" pudding.

Costco's were the only ones I've tried so I can't comment on light vs
dark, etc.

What color are those? Oh, I guess if you haven't seen both, you
don't know. What is a good starting ratio of chia to liquid to
make a "tapioca"? I can't wait. Well, I Can wait, but... It's
kind-of neat that such things lead to desserts etc. that actually
are good for you.

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