I may or may not be doing one of two things. I may be watching Man vs. Food or I may be eating sweet potato fries. And it may be 12:30 at night. Ok, I’m doing both things…at the same time…and it really is 12:30am. This show is upsetting yet intoxicating. It’s provocative. It gets the people going. That sh*t cray.
Oh no….the fries just expanded in my stomach. What am I doing with my life? But seriously, why is watching a man take a year off his life every time he does a food challenge so intriguing? I get grossed out every time I watch him drip sweat into his food, then consume that salty additive, yet I still can’t seem to turn away. It’s weird. But honestly, if I was getting the food sweats on a regular basis, I would be a bit worried about what was happening within my bod. Seems freaky..and I’m a really sweaty person. I just ate a good amount of sweet potato fries and there is no way I’m even close to sweating. Ok, that’s a lie. I have clammy hands. But that’s not new news. I hate shaking people’s hands.
Guess what I’m doing today? Not hanging out in Denver, that’s what. Sometimes you need to get away from reality. Problem is, I don’t ski or snowboard, or care to. I used to do it, then I used my brain and decided I shouldn’t have to pay to bruise my ass. I tend to fall a lot. I bruised my ass enough at the CrossFit Xmas party. Yes, I could practice and get better, but then I’d be wasting my time on the mountain instead of being in the gym. I’d really rather be in the gym then doing most things. Sad, but true. So, I’m spending sometime at CrossFit of Breckenridge instead of hurting myself on the slopes. Super stoked! Then I’m going to wander the town until someone becomes my friend…it could be a long night.
Is this recipe creative? No. Is it delicious? Yes. That’s all that really matters.
Paleo Granola
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (or other oil)
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup dried cranberries OR blueberries OR raisins OR whateverthehellyouwant
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
- Add all ingredients to a large microwavable bowl, except the fruit.
- Mix well. If the honey is thick, heat up in the microwave for about 30 seconds and mix well.
- Place on a baking sheet (use parchment paper for easy clean up).
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to help it not burn.
- When you pull it out of the oven, mix in dried fruit. Let cool.
- Consume!! Even eat it with some almond milk or coconut milk. Soo good duuuuuude.
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Just found your blog via a friend. Must say I am loving your content and recipes. However, how can such an intelligent person use such uneducated language. With the english language offering so many adjectives to choose from, what is with the “f” word and others like that.
I just write exactly how I talk jana
This is currently in the oven baking…. I’m standing here like a goon watching the timer with anticipation!! This is the 2nd time making it! The b/f loved it so much that he brought it to school ( he’s a teacher) to share … And one of his colleagues immediately asked for the recipe!! :-). So. After much granola making begging … It’s in the oven for round 2. He will be a happy man… Maybe so that he will do the dishes. HA ! FAT CHANCE! More granola for me!
WOW! I love this stuff!! Not sure if it’s granola or nut brittle (a.k.a. DESERT!). Had a hard time waiting for breakfast to eat it! I might cut down on the sweet stuff next time – I prefer less sweet in the am. Thanks!!
I meant DESSERT of course!!
Seriously delicious. I omitted the maple syrup [because I didn’t have any] but this rocked my socks. Seriously.
Just found your blog yesterday – started a Paleo challenge yesterday and was looking for recipes. You rock! As I type, a doubled batch of this is in the oven. Why doubled? Because a) I know it’s gonna blow me away with its yumminess and b) I used a tablespoon instead of a teaspoon of salt. D’oh! I pulled it out of the oven, added more of everything except the oil. Hopefully it’ll turn out good. I like salt anyway.
my daughters and I made this recipe the other night and it was awesome!! They were eating the granola right off the pan. lol we began eating Paleo a couple of months ago and I have found most of our meals are from your blog. They are delicious and they are helping us stay on the right path to eating healthy. Thank you and keep up the good work!!!
So. Effing. Good. I added a tbsp of cocoa powder and 1/2 tsp of cinnamon and it was freaking heavenly.
I just put it in the oven…can’t wait! It tastes amazing in the bowl.
The pumpkin granola is good but this is gonna be sooo good.
Thanks for letting me have my morning cereal again:)
That was supposed to be a five star. Oops
It’s cool enough to eat…..and heavenly, savory-sweet