Winter is now officially here to stay for awhile. We got another six inches of snow, so our world looks like a wonderland again.
I have to wait four more months for the outdoor farmers market to start up again. That means I have to make my own granola. I used my favorite recipe by Barefoot Contessa, which I love so much that I wouldn’t change a single thing. I included some treasured coconut from my friend Dorrie, who lives on the most beautiful farm in northern California. Check out her virtual tour here for lovely pictures!
Since I live in Madison, it’s a requirement that I eat granola, right? LOL. Honestly, I adore granola, so even though this batch looks big, it probably won’t last long in my house. I sprinkle it on my morning cereal, and then sneak another handful. I snack on it before bedtime too.
After this batch is consumed, I am going to try these homemade granola bars.
But first, we are going to visit my brother in Minneapolis this weekend. Besides seeing my bro, I am looking forward to going to the Mall of America!
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Yummy. I love granola! I’ll have to check out this recipe!
Oh, gosh this looks good! The kids have been after me to make some granola~I’m going to try this recipe! Have fun in Minneapolis! I’m glad the coconut is yummy!
Yum! Here is a granola recipe that I like: http://healthycooking-sue.blogspot.com/2009/11/granola.html
I live just south of you (outside of Beloit) and my son and daughter-in-law live in Minneapolis. We love going up to visit them. So fun! Have a good trip. Looks like clear weather for your drive.
Oh your granola looks sooo yumie!! Gorgeous photos! Keep warm and i hope you enjoy your snowy weekend! Thank you so much for your lovely birthday wishes! Made my day! Love to you!
How cool you make your own granola!
It looks delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe, I’ve always wanted to try making my own granola at home. Maybe this weekend…… 🙂
Oh we love granola. I’m so happy you shared the recipe, I will definitely make some. Thanks for sharing Dorrie’s farm story with us, what a beautiful farm. Have a great time on your trip.
The granola looks yummy! Love the snow pictures…it seems the whole country from the Rockies east is dealing with snow! We’re just grateful to be out of the 100’s!
The granola looks yummy! I think that it’s time for me to make some too! I’ll have to try your recipe, thanks so much for sharing! I hope you’re having a fun weekend!