Sunflower seeds help, not cure, aid in the prevention of asthma, high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, colon cancer, diabetes and, lastly, heart disease. WOW!

Not only are they good in this recipe, but also to be added to salads, stir fries and even baking.

 

Baked Granola

• 3/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1  1/2 cups oatmeal
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional), unsweetened
• 3 tbsp. natural peanut butter
• pinch of salt
• 1/3 cup agave syrup
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl until well mixed.

Press this into a baking pan and bake for 40 – 45 minutes.

That’s it, but it is truly a life safer, it is also a money saver. Both important in today’s families. Healthy munchies….what more can we ask for?

Note: dried apricots, raisins, mango etc. can be added. It is up to you and your taste buds.