Blueberry Granola Parfait
Source of Recipe
From "Mad Hungry: Cravings" by Lucinda Quinn
Recipe Introduction
"A homemade yogurt, fruit, and granola parfait is a really tasty-smart way to start the day, with all the nutrients you need in a balanced breakfast. You can prepare this in a sealable, reusable container so it can be eaten on the go or left in your office's refrigerator."
List of Ingredients
◦ 1 cup frozen blueberries, preferably organic
◦ Pinch each salt, sugar, and ground cinnamon
◦ ⅔ cup Greek-style yogurt
◦ � teaspoon pure vanilla extract
◦ 1 tablespoon honey
◦ 2 tablespoons store-bought granola, or homemade
Recipe
Combine the blueberries, salt, sugar, and cinnamon in a small saucepan, bring to a simmer, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved and the berries are thawed. Let cool completely.
Mix the yogurt with the vanilla and honey. Spoon ⅓ cup of the yogurt into the bottom of a glass and smooth the top. Spoon over 1 tablespoon of the blueberry mixture and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon granola.
Repeat the layering (you will have some extra sauce), and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Makes one (multiply as needed)
� Homemade Granola:
Combine 1 pound rolled oats, 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, a small handful of sesame seeds, and some bran or wheat germ. Add � cup nuts, such as slivered almonds, peanuts, or pecans, and toss. In another bowl, combine � cup safflower or extra-virgin olive oil, � cup sweetener, such as honey, maple syrup, or agave, and � cup water. Stir the liquid mixture into the oat mixture. Spread on baking sheets and bake at 250� F for 1 � hours. Toss with a handful of dried fruit, such as raisins, dried cherries, or cranberries. Let cool. That's it. Store in an airtight container.
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