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December 22, 2008

Recipe

Holiday Cheer Raisin Granola

Here’s a recipe that’s easy to prepare, sweet to eat, and packed with

powerful health benefits. Oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruits offer so much

flavor, texture and crunch, making this dish fun to eat. Serve this yummy,

nutritious granola as a special cereal or treat, or package it up and give it to

loved ones as a holiday gift.

Ingredients:

 

3 cups oats

1/3 cup shredded coconut

1/3 cup sunflower seeds

1/3 cup chopped pecans

1/3 cup chopped almonds

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/2 cup pure maple syrup

1 tsp. vanilla

Raisins and/or dried dates, cherries, cranberries (to taste)

Directions:

 

Stir together oats, coconut, seeds, nuts, and cinnamon in large bowl.

Mix in combined oil, syrup, and vanilla, then microwave for 6 minutes,

stirring occasionally.

 

Add dried fruit and microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Press into baking dish coated with nonstick spray and let cool.

Spoon into a jar to give as gift or enjoy it yourself.

This recipe was created by Tammie Ortlieb. For more great recipes, visit her

blog!

 

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health

Reasons to Enjoy Raisins

Raisins are known for their high antioxidant content, natural sweetness and

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Inspiration

The Write Attitude

Tammie Ortlieb grew up in a meat and potatoes Midwestern family with

Southern roots. When her oldest two children decided to adopt a vegetarian

diet, thanks to her veggie niece Molly, she agreed to " let " them… and she

decided to join them just to make sure they were eating healthy. That was

years ago, and she’s since become vegan!

Tammie is a freelance writer for various veg sources and a staff writer for

www.vegfamily.com. She also teaches psychology classes at the local community

college in Southwest Michigan. Veganism is her life's passion, and she

strives to help others transition to a more compassionate way of life.

Visit Tammie's blog at www.middle-agedveganchick.blogspot.com!

 

 

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