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4.
  
Add the honey to this mixture and blend.

5.
   
Now add in the bananas, eggs, oil, vanilla, and 1/4 cup of almond milk.

6.
  
Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are moist.

7.
  
Be sure the batter has the consistency of a cookie batter. If necessary, add additional amounts of almond milk to achieve this.

8.
  
Gently fold in the blackberries, being careful not to tear them up too much.

9.
  
Spoon the batter into the greased baking pan.

10.
    
Bake for approximately 40 minutes or until the batter is golden brown along the sides.

11.
     
Remove pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool before slicing.

Chocolate Granola Crunch

If you’re looking for a handful of crunch, look no further. Great for an energy pick-me-up or an afternoon snack.

Ingredients:

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½ cup raw sunflower seeds

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½ cup raw pumpkin seeds

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1 cup almond meal

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1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

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2 cups raw almonds, slivered or chopped

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2 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder

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Pinch of ground cinnamon

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½ cup coconut oil

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½ cup raw honey

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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions:

1.
   
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F.

2.
  
Line a cookie sheet with a piece of aluminum foil that is lightly greased.

3.
  
Take a large mixing bowl and combine the sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, almond meal, coconut, almonds, cacao powder, and cinnamon.

4.
  
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ingredients of oil, honey, and vanilla.

5.
   
Place the bowl of wet ingredients into the microwave and microwave on high for 20 to 30 seconds to warm it up. This will allow your mixture to pour easily.

6.
  
Place the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir well. Be sure everything is evenly coated.

7.
  
Place the mixture onto your foil-lined cookie.

8.
  
Spread evenly over the cookie sheet.

9.
  
Place the cookie sheet into the oven and bake for 25 minutes, being careful that the mixture doesn’t burn. (You may want to stir it once during the process so it cooks evenly).

10.
    
Now remove the cookie sheet from the oven and allow the crunch to cool. You will find this mixture gets crunchy as it gets colder.

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This recipe can be used in place of a grain cereal by putting it into a bowl with some nut milk or eaten plain.

Cranberry Double Nut Granola

This granola makes an awesome snack for an extra boost of energy. You can eat it plain as a snack or top it with coconut or almond milk for a nutty breakfast cereal.

Ingredients:

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1 cup of toasted pecans

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1 cup of toasted sliced almonds

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1 cup dried unsweetened cranberries

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¼ - ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

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¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Salt to taste

Directions:

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Blend all the ingredients in a bowl.

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Eat plan as a snack or with coconut or almond milk.

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Banana Berry Smoothie

Bananas help smoothies create that rich creamy texture that makes a smoothie great. Frozen berries and a spike of ginger are sure to make this a favorite morning drink.

Ingredients:

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1 ripe banana

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½ cup frozen berries

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1 cup of coconut water

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Thumbnail sized piece of fresh ginger, peeled

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1 teaspoon cinnamon

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1 tablespoon raw honey

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2 cups of ice

Directions:

1.
   
Place all the ingredients into a blender.

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Process on high until a smooth consistency is achieved.

3.
  
Pour into a large glass and enjoy the energy boost.

Berry Nutty Breakfast Smoothie

Finely ground walnuts add a special twist to this berry smoothie. It is really quite refreshing.

Ingredients:

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1 cup almond or coconut milk or water

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½ cup frozen berries

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¼ cup walnuts

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1 tablespoon raw honey

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1 teaspoon cinnamon

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1 cup ice

Directions:

1.
   
Place all the ingredients into a blender.

2.
  
Process on high until a smooth consistency is achieved.

3.
  
Pour into a large glass and enjoy.

Breakfast Sausage

If you have the ability to freshly grind your own meat, this recipe is a great way to use it.

Ingredients:

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2 pounds ground beef

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1 pound ground pork

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2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped

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2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped

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1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped

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2 teaspoons sea salt

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1½ teaspoons black pepper

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1 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg

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½ teaspoon cayenne

Directions:

1.
   
Begin by combining all of your ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

2.
  
Form the meat mixture into little round balls or links, 1 to 2 inches in diameter.

3.
  
Heat a frying pan or skillet on your stovetop over a medium setting using a small amount of coconut oil in the bottom.

4.
  
Carefully place the meat rounds in the pan and cook for 10 to 15 minutes—until they are browned and cooked through.

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Remove the meat from the pan and drain any excess oil or grease.

A perfect companion for your pancakes, waffles, or eggs.

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