SEEDS, NUTS, AND FRUIT BAKED GRANOLA

SERVES 8 PORTIONS

7 cups old-fashioned oats (use gluten-free if desired)

1 cup shredded coconut

1 cup sunflower seed kernels

1 cup walnuts

1 cup coconut sugar

1⁄4 cup chia seeds

1 cup coconut oil

1 cup raisins

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 28kcal
Fat: 0.2g (0g S.Fat)
Carbs: 5.1g
Protein: 2g
Sugar: 3.7g
Sodium: 7mg

METHOD

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C, or gas mark 2).

Except for the raisins, combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. In a large baking pan, spread out the mixture.

40 minutes in the oven Every 10 minutes, remove from the oven and stir. Return the dish to the oven.

After 30 minutes, stir in the raisins. Bake for another 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

Put everything in an airtight container. It will keep for four weeks.

MAPLE-GLAZED MIXED NUTS

SERVES 6 PORTIONS

1 cup walnuts

1 cup pecans

1 cup cashews

1 1⁄2 cups maple syrup

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 65kcal
Fat: 5g (6.5g S.Fat)
Carbs: 27.8g
Protein: 10.2g
Sugar: 11.4g
Sodium: 187mg

METHOD

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C, or gas mark 3).

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the nuts and maple syrup. Check that each nut has been thoroughly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer, but close together. It is acceptable to touch. 7 minutes in the oven

Remove from the oven and carefully flip with a spatula. At this point, they may overlap slightly. Return to the oven for another 6 minutes or so. Keep a close eye on things. They begin to burn quickly if left in for an extended period.

Remove the baking sheet from the oven, flip the nuts again, and set aside to cool completely. Consume immediately or store in an airtight container. These nuts will keep in your pantry for several weeks and in the fridge for about 2 to 3 months. They will be kept in the freezer for a period.