foodie: pb snacks

i'm not big on store bought granola bars -- they're usually loaded with sugar and preservatives.  that said, sometimes you need a quick snack on the run.  well, to solve this dilemma, i came up with these yummy and satisfying pb snacks that beat a plain old granola bar any day of the week.

here's what you'll need for 10 snacks...

3/4 cup gluten-free granola or cereal 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1/2 cup peanut butter cinnamon & nutmeg to taste

1. crush the cereal and chop the pumpkin seeds.

2. in a bowl, mix together the granola, seeds and pb.  season with some cinnamon and nutmeg.

3. once the "dough" comes together, break off heaping tablespoons and roll them into balls.

4. place on a cookie sheet and allow to cool in the fridge, then put into tupperware -- they stay good in the fridge for up to a week!

enjoy with a cup of chai tea : )

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foodie: frozen banana and pb shake

my sis shared this recipe with me -- thank you, hannie!  this delicious smoothie is like having a banana bread milkshake for breakfast -- yum!  plus, it's super simple to make, and a great way to use over-ripe bananas.

for one 16oz shake you'll need...

1 banana, cut into coins and frozen for 1hr or more 3/4 cup soy milk (or almond, coconut, or other milk) 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds 1 tbsp almond meal 1-2 tbsp peanut butter cinnamon & nutmeg to taste

put everything in the blender...and blend!  if you want an extra-thick shake, add a couple of ice cubes into the mix.

enjoy!

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