Fwd: Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Specials: April 2008

April 1, 2008

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Whole Grain Fuel

As days slowly begin to grow longer and winter weather blooms into warm spring days, many of us are faced with the overwhelming urge to get outside. Whether you are training for a race, itching for a spring hike, or just anticipating running without rain gear again, whole grain snacks are ideal for boosting and sustaining energy while enjoying your outdoor activities.

Because they are high in fiber, whole grains take more energy to break down and sugars are released into the blood more slowly. This causes a lasting feeling of fullness. When blood sugar rises and falls dramatically, our bodies tend to react by feeling tired and hungry. Refined grain products are quickly broken down, causing blood sugar spikes. These spikes correspond with spikes in insulin and an increase in fat collection. Eating whole grain foods will help to ward off hunger and keep blood sugar balanced during your activities.

This month, we have found some great whole grain recipes that are sure to sustain you and keep you going no matter what you have planned.

Whole Grain Power Bars

Scrumptious and satisfying, each bar contains 4g of Dietary Fiber and 10g of Protein!

Ingredients:

2 cups Quick Cooking Rolled Oats

1/2 cup Quinoa Organic Grain

1/4 cup Flaxseed Meal

3/4 cup Soy Protein Powder

1 tsp Baking Soda

1/2 tsp Sea Salt

1/2 cup Sugar

1/2 cup Whole Wheat Pastry Flour

1/2 cup chopped Walnuts

1/2 cup Raw Sunflower Seeds

1/2 cup Cranberries

1/2 cup Shredded Coconut

1/4 cup Oil

2 tsp Vanilla

1 cup Water

Cook dry quinoa according to directions. While this is cooking, combine oats, flax, protein powder, baking soda, sugar, flour, walnuts, seeds, cranberries, coconut and sea salt in a large bowl.

Once quinoa is cooked, add to the pan the oil, vanilla and water. Add wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix together.

Spread mixture into greased 9 x 13-inch pan, pressing down with hands to fit into pan. Dough may seem slightly dry, but this is okay. Bake for 20 minutes at 350°F. Allow to cool and cut into pieces. Makes 15 bars.

For full nutritional information, please click here.

Multi-Grain Protein Snacks

These no-bake treats use are sure to please. Each serving deilvers 3g Dietary Fiber and 5g Protein. For the complete recipe, click here.

High Energy Snack Mix

This snack is a perfect on-the-go treat! Easy and delicious.

Each serving contains 6g Dietary Fiber and 6g Protein.

Ingredients:

1 cup Rolled Barley Flakes

1 cup Regular Rolled Oats

1/2 cup Shredded Coconut

1/2 cup unsalted whole Almonds

1/2 cup Wheat Germ

1/2 cup Roasted Sunflower Seeds

1/2 cup Raisins

1/2 cup Honey

1/4 cup Light Corn Syrup

1/4 cup Vegetable Oil

1 tsp. Vanilla Extract

1 tsp. Almond Extract

Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large bowl, stir together first seven ingredients. In a medium bowl, use medium speed of an electric mixer to beat remaining ingredients until well blended. Pour honey mixture over dry ingredients, stirring until well coated. Spread evenly on a greased baking sheet. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until brown. Cool completely in pan. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Makes about 5 1/2 cups snack mix. Makes 12 servings.

For full nutritional information, click here.

Homemade Health Cereal

This blend of whole grains and seeds is a great way to start your day. By making your own cereal, you can easily customize the nutrient-rich ingredients your body needs. Click here to view the full recipe shared with us by customer Mavis Jaques.

Quinoa Grain

Whole Grain Quinoa is the most nutritious of all grains. It's high in fiber, a good source of iron, and has all eight essential amino acids. It has a delicate, nutty flavor and is very easy to prepare. Widely versatile, it's great by itself or in any recipe that calls for whole grains. Our Quinoa has been thoroughly rinsed and air dried to remove the naturally occurring, bitter saponins. Ready to cook, right out of the bag.

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