Coconut Oil...Mmm

Well, I did it. I bit the bullet and paid an arm and a leg for some coconut oil. Is it worth it? I do know it makes my house smell really good when I cook with it!

Last night we made some popcorn on the stove, and it was better than when we've made it with the ol' canola oil. My husband thought it tasted buttery - with no butter on it!

Tonight I used it in some granola. In an effort to stretch its use, I used part coconut oil, part flax seed for the recommended oil. It turned out a little different than usual, but I think that was due to the flax seed.

I plan to use the coconut oil in some baked goods this weekend. I feel that will be the true test.

So far, I am pleased. I plan to investigate further on the most economical way of purchasing it. Any tips in that area would be greatly appreciated!

If you are curious why I am trying coconut oil, here are some thoughts on cooking oils.