crazy food: raspberry quinoa granola

this stuff is pretty darn good; and pretty darn easy. i promise. the raspberry pulp gives the glaze a flavor that is perfect for summer munching.

raspberry quinoa granola

2 cups rolled oats
1/3 cup quinoa
2 tbs chia seeds
handful of macadamia nuts
handful walnuts
handful of shredded coconut
1/3 cup ground flax seed
3/4 cup honey
1/3 cup raspberry pulp
1/2 cup melted coconut oil
2 tbs minced fresh ginger root
dash of cinnamon
dash of cloves
dash of nutmeg
1 tsp vanilla

handful dehydrated cherries
handful of craisins

mix all ingredients, omitting only the cherries and craisins. mix well. spread on cookie sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until oats have started to brown.  cool slightly, remove from parchment paper and break into chunks. add berries. enjoy!

helpful tip: don't let the granola completely cool on the parchment paper. it will stick and you will have a huge mess on your hands.

crazy food: bean stack

i'm always looking for food that can be shaped around what you have on hand. this is one of those recipes. Its a great alternative to the traditional taco or quesadilla. i made this meatless, so if your a meatless monday type, this recipe is fantastic.  

bean stack : yields 2 stacks

4 corn tortillas
2 tbs olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 small can diced green chili
4 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tbsp taco seasoning
coarse sea salt, pepper ( to taste apx 1/2 tsp each)
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup frozen corn
4 scallions
about 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cilantro

preheat oven to 400 degrees. oil cast iron skillet. set aside

heat oil in another cast iron skillet, on stove top, over medium heat. add onion, garlic, cumin, salt pepper, cook till onion softens. add beans, green chilies, water, taco seasoning, bring to a boil, let simmer till moisture has mostly evaporated. taste, adjust seasoning if needed. add cilantro.

place corn tortilla on other cast iron. top with filling and cheese. (i'm not a huge cheese fan, so if you skimp on the cheese, no worries) repeat till four stacks high. place in oven till cheese is melted. about 15 minutes.

garnish with cilantro, salsa, enchilada sauce, pico, avocado, or whatever else your little heart desires.

enjoy!

recipe adapted from martha stewart here