Thursday, December 16, 2010

Maple Apricot Raisin Granola

I realize I have not posted a recipe in an embarrassingly long duration of time. In fact I missed the whole month of November but I can assure you this recipe more than makes up for it.

It is simple, easy, and can be modified to fit personal tastes. Plus there almost no possible way to mess it up and it makes your house/apartment smell fantastic.


Maple Apricot Raisin Granola

3 cups oats
very generous shake of cinnamon
1 cup dried raisins
1 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 c. chopped almonds
1/2c. + 2 T. PURE maple syrup


Preheat oven to 350 degrees


First take a sheet pan and cover it with aluminum foil. Rub some canola oil on the aluminum foil to prevent sticking.


Next combine oats, cinnamon, raisins, apricots, and almonds in a bowl.




Then add your PURE maple syrup and stir. At first it might not look like enough liquid but just keep mixing until the dried ingredients are lightly coated



Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Stirring after about 8-10 minutes. I like my granola with a little chew. However if your more of a crunchy granola person then bake it for a few more minutes.

Cool on the sheet pan



This makes a perfect addition to breakfast. I used mine mixed with soy yogurt, fresh banana slices, and cherries.


Its Beginning to Look a Lot Like...

VACATION!

Simple facts that led me to this conclusion:
1) I am at my parents house in Louisville during the week.
2) I have been sleeping in...meaning 7:30 am, but hey it beats my usually 6:00am any day
3) I have been wearing yoga pants for the past 3 days

4) Turning on the TV and watching a Law and Order SVU Marathon
5) Having a little cuddle bug follow me around everywhere:



6) Going to my favorite coffee shop and bribing myself to study for the Praxis by getting a soy latte.



And
7) Baking, recipe to come