Toasted muesli

Source: diabete.net

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a dessert prepared with oats, almonds, dried apricots, raisins, dried fruit, All Bran cereals

Ingredients

for 8 people:

Oats – 500 g (17.6 oz / ≈ 5 cups)

Ground almonds – 200 g (7 oz / ≈ 2 cups)

Dried fruit (apricots, raisins, mix) – 200 g (7 oz / ≈ 1½ cups)

All-Bran cereal – 250 g (8.8 oz / ≈ 5 cups)

Method

Preheat the oven to 180°C

Place the oats and ground almonds on a large baking sheet.

Bake in the oven for about 7 minutes, stirring once, until the almonds are lightly toasted but not burnt.

Let them cool to room temperature.

Place the oat mixture in a large bowl.

Add the dried fruit, cereals, sweet bran and mix well.

Transfer to an airtight container and let it rest.

Allergens

Apricot: possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in case of grass and birch pollen allergy.

Oats: one of the cereals containing gluten covered by EU Regulation 1169/2011. May cause cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

All Bran cereals: contain gluten from cereals included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Almonds: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011; it has cross-reactivity in case of allergy to Birch and Gramineae.

Raisins: possible presence of sulphites

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Apricots: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and due to the content of mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants it acts to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, they provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Oats: bearer of factors promoting the functionality of the immune system and regulating blood sugar, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood.

Almonds: they are a source of Vitamin E which protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Also useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Rich in magnesium and omega 3 fatty acids important for regulating mood and cognitive function

Raisins (Sultanas): source of antioxidants, including resveratrol, with anti-inflammatory, anticancer properties and able to reduce blood cholesterol levels. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

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