We are always looking for new recipes that work out well and that are easy to transport. This recipe comes from a runner in my area, Sharon Templin. (Thanks Sharon for this great recipe!) She is a seasoned marathoner, and has been running for years.
She says: In keeping with the recent coverage on cross training, that brings me to one of my personal favorites - eating! As any athlete knows - recreation sure uses a lot of energy. Want to try a new energy bar? I have just what you need. These bars are easy to make, but a word of warning - you'll have trouble keeping them around for very long! These bars are versatile and a variety of "additives" can be substituted to satisfy even those finicky eaters in your house. Try them after a run or pack them in your bike pack for a quick energy "pick-me-up" on those long rides. At work - stash some in your purse or briefcase for a mid-afternoon break to beat the 3 o'clock "blahs"!
1 cup flour
3 large egg whites
1 tsp. baking powder
2 cups low-fat granola cereal w/raisins
½ tsp. salt
1 cup Raisins or cranberries
1 cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup canola oil or (you can use 1TBSP oil and 2Tbsp orange juice instead)
In a large bowl mix together the brown sugar, egg whites and oil Add the flour, baking powder and salt and mix well. Mix in the granola and raisins or other additive. - This will be thick Spread in bottom of an 8 X 12 glass pan sprayed with Pam. Don't worry it will spread over the bottom during baking. Bake 350 for 25 - 30 minutes. I like it crispy so 30 min works Let cool on a rack, but cut into squares while still somewhat warm. Store in pan or cookie tin to keep crispy.
Suggestions for additives: dates, choc chips, mini M&M's, nuts, white choc chips, or whatever you imagination leads you to put in!
Happy cooking, eating and running! Keep cool on the roads.
Thanks Sharon! I intend to try this recipe very soon!
More on the subject of food. I have come across a product that is new on the market and may be of interest to you. It is Jog-Mate.
I have tried it and can report that it is pretty good stuff. The Jog Mate comes in one favor, chocolate, and tastes like chocolate pudding. It is about that consistency too.
The company plans on adding other flavors soon, I am told, so if chocolate is not your flavor, keep checking back.
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