Granola and Granola Bars

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #60 on: September 12, 2006, 10:23:46 AM » by healthybratt

Quote from: AgainstTheGrain on September 11, 2006, 11:59:41 PM

I made this tonight and it's AWESOME!!!!! Grin

It's soooo crunchy!!!!! Shocked

YEAH ! and my boys devoured it Cheesy

Then after they went to bed I added raisins and ate it like cereal! WoooHooo no more buyin' that junk at the store.

Thanks sooooo much HB Kiss

You're welcome. Try using homemade yogurt instead of milk for your raisin/granola cereal - it's so yummy.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #61 on: September 12, 2006, 11:26:56 AM » by ~esposita~

Here's my latest invention!

Oatmeal Raisin Granola Cookies

½ c Butter
1 Egg
1 tsp Vanilla
2 c Oats
½ t Soda
1 tsp Cinnamon
¼ tsp Salt
½ c Apple Sauce
Coconut
Raisins
¼ c Honey

Mix, bake at 350 for 15 – 20 min, either in cookie shapes or pressed into 8 x 8 pan.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #62 on: September 12, 2006, 04:52:35 PM » by AgainstTheGrain

Quote from: healthybratt on September 12, 2006, 10:23:46 AM

Try using homemade yogurt instead of milk for your raisin/granola cereal - it's so yummy.

I've just started exploring making my own yogurt . . . my 2yo eats it like crazy (probably because it's so sweet - from the store). So, I'm a little hesitant fearing no one will like it...including me Undecided

I read your post on the yogurt thread how you didn't like it at first so you must have gotten use to it? Huh

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #63 on: September 12, 2006, 05:49:19 PM » by healthybratt

Quote from: AgainstTheGrain on September 12, 2006, 04:52:35 PM

Quote from: healthybratt on September 12, 2006, 10:23:46 AM

Try using homemade yogurt instead of milk for your raisin/granola cereal - it's so yummy.

I read your post on the yogurt thread how you didn't like it at first so you must have gotten use to it? Huh

There's enough sugar in the granola and the raisins to make up for the tart in the yogurt. If not, you can always add a dab of honey or sugar and some vanilla. I do this when I want to eat it plain. Not too shabby. It just took awhile for me to figure it out.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #64 on: September 12, 2006, 08:35:44 PM » by AgainstTheGrain

That's just the question I was going to ask you!! What you put in the yogurt to sweeten in after the process...do you add it before refrigerating or after it's cold just before you eat it?

I'm making some tomorrow morning...was going to today but by the time I got to it it would have been done at 1am so I'll start it in the am.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #65 on: September 12, 2006, 08:50:28 PM » by healthybratt

Quote from: AgainstTheGrain on September 12, 2006, 08:35:44 PM

That's just the question I was going to ask you!! What you put in the yogurt to sweeten in after the process...do you add it before refrigerating or after it's cold just before you eat it?

I add it after refridgeration because it needs a few hours to set up. I haven't actually tried to add it before - it might work (although I've read that you shouldn't disturb the yogurt before you set it up in the fridge or it will come out runny). Then I usually add sweet as I go, because we don't always sweeten it. It depends on what we eat it with. Sometimes we eat it as a sour cream replacement and no sugar for that.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #66 on: September 12, 2006, 09:45:48 PM » by 4myhoonie

Quote from: AgainstTheGrain on September 12, 2006, 08:35:44 PM

hi Vanessa! i have gotten spoiled after making my own granola to put plain yogurt on, so that now i don't really like the store bought. i use my homemade yogurt (oven variety) and add a little raw honey & blueberries or strawberries just before eating it. i never remember to add flax seed. Roll Eyes

oh, well can't be perfect. i've never tried adding sweetener, to it, to have my kids just eat it. they love rasp. from the store, that would be kinda hard to do at home for me. raspberries are soooo expensive if you don't have a bush. i do get my kids to eat the same thing i eat. i eat it every day, they eat it once a week (and i know they like to pretend it's terrible, but my son devours it!) are you going to put your yogurt in the oven?

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #67 on: September 12, 2006, 11:38:56 PM » by AgainstTheGrain

I plan on using the thermos method. I have a 2Q thermos which my 1Q container fits perfectly! I have done the oven method before (ohhh 3 years ago) in a 9x13 pan and it was runny. BUT I didn't have this wonderful forum to read to know NOT to disturb it until you chill it!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #68 on: September 13, 2006, 07:38:20 AM » by 4myhoonie

Quote from: AgainstTheGrain on September 12, 2006, 11:38:56 PM

i use 3 qt. jars and make all 3 at the same time. it is SOOO easy!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #69 on: September 14, 2006, 04:23:33 PM » by AgainstTheGrain

Back to talkin' Granola . . . It dawned on me that you can get a 25 lb. bag of Rolled Oats for $18 from a grain supplier. They also make a 7-grain Rolled Oats! Cheesy

Wouldn't that make a great granola!! I'll be doin' this since I've already made 3 batches this week to keep up with my guys eating it! Grin

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #70 on: September 14, 2006, 05:07:00 PM » by 4myhoonie

Quote from: AgainstTheGrain on September 14, 2006, 04:23:33 PM

Back to talkin' Granola . . . It dawned on me that you can get a 25 lb. bag of Rolled Oats for $18 from a grain supplier. They also make a 7-grain Rolled Oats! Cheesy

Wouldn't that make a great granola!! I'll be doin' this since I've already made 3 batches this week to keep up with my guys eating it! Grin

ok, so who is this supplier? i'm just sure i've never seen them at my place in kalona, though they do have very clean grains, etc. how much granola are you baking and for how long? i make a big batch, which is about 3 pans to bake for 2 hours at 250. seems time consuming to me.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #71 on: September 14, 2006, 10:34:25 PM » by AgainstTheGrain

I'm using HB's perfects recipe earlier in this thread!!
Supplier - I'll pm you!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #72 on: September 20, 2006, 09:09:11 AM » by lovinmy4

I have a recipe for granola bars that I would like to make healthier. Here is the recipe:
4 c rice crispies cereal
5 c quick oats
1 c wheat bran
1 c chopped nuts
1 bag small marshmallows
3 tbs margarine
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
Mix dry ingredients. Melt margarine and marshmallows in a large pot. Stir in cinnamon and vanilla. Remove from heat and stir in dry ingredients. Pour onto a greased cookie sheet and roll flat with a rolling pin. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Cut into bars.

We like them because they are fairly soft and not hard and crunchy at all. Does anyone have any suggestions for something to substitute the marshmallows and margarine with? We would really like to keep them on the softer side, rather than crunchy.
Thanks!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #73 on: September 20, 2006, 10:04:31 AM » by healthybratt

Use butter or coconut oil for the margarine. I don't know any subs for marshmallows. Maybe you could look up a homemade marshmallow recipe and that might give you some ideas.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #74 on: September 20, 2006, 10:32:34 AM » by Grace

I would think you could use dried fruit instead of marshmellows w/o changing the consistency. Papaya or mango or pineapple would still be sweet. Kind of expensive though.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #75 on: September 25, 2006, 11:51:47 AM » by momof2

I have a great granola recipe that I have made in the past. However, I got it out and started to make it today. It calls for wheat germ and I am out! Does anyone know....do you think I have to have it in order to make it? Isn't it just another one of the healthy ingredients? the other ingredients are stuff like sunflower seeds, honey, molasses, oats, etc

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #76 on: September 25, 2006, 12:51:32 PM » by Kansas Girl

No, I don't think you have to have it. It's just a healthy addition. I just made HB's granola recipe today and it didn't have any wheat germ in it. -KG

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #77 on: September 25, 2006, 01:32:42 PM » by momof2

thank you...now I am going to make the granola! Have a great day!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #78 on: September 25, 2006, 02:14:35 PM » by Pennie

I think you can pretty much do whatever you want with granola. All I put in mine is oats,coconut,pecans, butter, honey and cinnamon. It's a hit.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #79 on: September 28, 2006, 07:42:49 AM » by momof2

alright...here is another question...I went to the store to buy wheat germ...I accidently picked up wheat BRAN. Does anyone know the difference? And, what do I do with it?

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #80 on: September 28, 2006, 08:33:01 AM » by WithLoveAndJoy

Pennie, do you have a special recipe? I would love to know how you go about making the granola with those yummy ingredients!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #81 on: September 28, 2006, 08:39:41 AM » by momof2

I will say that the granola turned out delicious, but it was very crumbly...I think a little more than usual. It is a great combo still though....nuts, oats, coconut, cinnamon, honey, mollasses, brown sugar (ugh...that is not a good one! Any thoughts on substituting), sunflower seeds, ....ummmmm...I think i have to go have some...

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #82 on: September 28, 2006, 09:57:55 AM » by mexmarr

Quote from: momof2 on September 28, 2006, 07:42:49 AM

alright...here is another question...I went to the store to buy wheat germ...I accidently picked up wheat BRAN. Does anyone know the difference? And, what do I do with it?

Wheat bran muffins! I often throw a handful of wheat bran into any baked item.

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #83 on: September 28, 2006, 10:24:03 AM » by Kati*did

Quote from: momof2 on September 28, 2006, 07:42:49 AM

alright...here is another question...I went to the store to buy wheat germ...I accidently picked up wheat BRAN. Does anyone know the difference? And, what do I do with it?

Quote from harvestcoop.com

"Wheat Germ vs. Wheat Bran
What is the difference between wheat germ and wheat bran, and which is better? Well, neither is "better." Both are part of the wheat kernal and together account for most of wheat's nutritional value. It is the wheat germ and bran that are removed in the production of common white flour, which has little nutrients left.

Wheat germ is the embryo of the kernel, and contains a high proportion of polyunsaturated oils. One ounce contains 100 calories, 9 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber, and 3 grams of fat. It also contains about one-third of the RDA for thiamin and vitamin E, as well as 10% of the RDA for iron and riboflavin. Defatted wheat germ is available, but it's a trade-off because it is much lower in vitamin E. Wheat germ should be refrigerated because of its oil content.

Wheat Bran is the outer shell of the wheat kernal and contains a whopping 12 grams of insoluable fiber per ounce. One ounce also contains 40% of the daily RDA for both niacin and magnesium and 15% of the RDA for iron, along with 60 calories, 5 grams of protein, and 1 gram of fat.

Wheat germ and wheat bran can be added to baked goods and casseroles, sprinkled on cereal and salads or used as a coating for baked chicken or tofu.

Note: There are two kinds of dietary fiber, soluble and insoluble. Insoluble fiber, the kind found in wheat bran, adds bulk and helps keep the elimination system regular. It is the kind that appears to protect against colon cancer and other colon maladies. Soluble fiber is the type found in oat bran and soy products which helps lower blood cholesterol and absorbs toxins, carrying them out of the system."

Personally, I like to add wheat bran into things I'm baking or cooking. But wheat germ has a great, nutty taste, and I put that on all kinds of things (eggs especially) and sometimes eat it plain. It doesn't need to be mixed in to taste good.

Katie

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #84 on: September 29, 2006, 02:12:46 PM » by momof2

Thank you for the information. I am going to try to just start adding it to things to experiment. It will never hurt for my family to have the extra fiber! Wink

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #85 on: November 28, 2006, 05:46:56 PM » by ShabbyChic

Hey I'm wondering if anyone out there has any suppliers for bulk nuts and seeds. I'm making granola and trail mix a lot and I need to find cheeper almonds, walnuts, or cashews as well as pumpkin seeds, sunflower kernals, etc. I am involved in a wheat montana co-op where I get my grains, but they don't have nuts and seeds. Thanks!!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #86 on: December 02, 2006, 10:38:56 PM » by ShabbyChic

BUMP!

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #87 on: December 11, 2006, 11:19:52 AM » by Kati*did

I just got this great granola recipe from the internet. I changed a bunch of things and it turned out great and very crispy! Here's my version:

INGREDIENTS

* 6 cups rolled oats
* 1 cup blanched chopped almonds
* 1+ cup chopped walnuts
* 1+ cup chopped pecans
* 1 cup pumkin seeds
* 1 cup wheat germ
* 2+ cups chipped (big flakes) unsweetened coconut
* 1 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
* 1 1/2 tsp salt
* 1 tsp cinnamon
* 1 cup coconut oil
* 1+ tsp vanilla
* 1 1/2 cups honey (I used 1 cup agave nectar...this might make a difference in crisp/chewy factor)

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 300-325 degrees
2. Stir together the oats, nuts, seeds, wheat germ, coconut, cinnamonand salt. Stir together the vanilla,oil and honey in a pan on med. heat until blended. Pour over the oat mixture, and stir to coat evenly. Spread out in an even layer on two or three cookie sheets.
3. Bake for 25-30 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring about every 10-15 min, until the oats and nuts are toasted. The original recipe added dried fruit after cooking (about 2 cups stirred in -- whatever fruit mix you like) but I don't like it in my granola. Cooking and texture might be different with honey...

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #88 on: December 11, 2006, 04:21:24 PM » by herbalmom

Quote from: lovinmy4 on September 20, 2006, 09:09:11 AM

I used to make granola bars by mixing up a granola batch w/o baking it, add some beaten eggs to bind it, pack it into a greased baking pan & baking it. If I remember correctly, it needed to bake at around 300-325 deg. range. It came out kinda cookie/cakey texture. Don't have my exact recipe anymore. I would sub. cocoanut oil for the marg. & maybe some honey instead of marshmallows? HTH

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Re: Granola and Granola Bars
« Reply #89 on: March 04, 2007, 09:55:05 AM » by oneblessedwoman

Quote from: dara on May 15, 2006, 08:39:08 PM

I call this my "granola for people that don't like granola". I'm not a granola person, but I came up with one even I like.

In a bowl mix:
1/2 c. oil
1 c. honey
1/2 c. brown sugar or sucanat
1/2 c. milk of some kind
1 t. vanilla
1 t. cinnamon
1/2 c. wheat germ

Once well mixed, add:
12 c. quick oats (reg. works as well)
4 c. brown rice crisps (or rice crispies)
nuts, optional

Bake at 300 degrees, on 2 cookie sheets for 3, 15 minute segements, stiring between, or until golden brown. Stir while cooling to help prevent clumping. Makes 1 gallon jar full.

This is so yummy! Thanks for the recipe!

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