Gluten Free Granola

 

• 4 cups rolled oats 
• 1 cup raw nuts of choice
• 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 large egg white whisked until frothy
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup dried fruit

• Preheat oven to 350. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts, flaxseed, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir to combine.
• Pour in the maple syrup, oil, whisked egg white, and vanilla. Stir well until every part of the mixture is lightly moistened. Pour the granola onto the prepared baking sheet. With a large spoon or the back of a rubber spatula, spread it in an even layer, and lightly press it down.
• Bake for 12 minutes, then remove the pan from the oven. Stir in the coconut flakes. With the back of your spatula, spread the granola back into an even layer, and lightly press it down. Return to the oven, and bake 10 to 12 additional minutes, until it is very lightly golden and smells irresistible.
• Let the granola cool completely on the pan, undisturbed (at least 45 minutes). The granola will continue to crisp as it cools, and this will help the clumps set. Once cooled, top with the dried fruit and optional chocolate chips. With your fingers, break the granola into clumps.

(Source: https://www.wellplated.com/gluten-free-granola/)

Fall Off the Bone Ribs

 RIBS

2 to 2 1/2 pounds baby back pork ribs

Salt and black pepper

SWEET AND SPICY BBQ SAUCE

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 cup finely diced onion

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 cup ketchup

1 tablespoon hot chili sauce

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Salt and ground pepper, to taste

• PREPARE RIBS

Heat oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit.

If the ribs still have the thin membrane covering the back of the rack, remove it. 

Season both sides of the ribs with a generous amount of salt and pepper then place, meat-side up, into a large roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet. 

Cover the pan or baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil; bake until the meat falls easily from the bones, 3 to 4 hours.

• MAKE BBQ SAUCE

While the ribs bake, make the barbecue sauce. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the cumin and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Add the ketchup, hot chili sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine, season with salt then cook for 2 minutes. Set aside in preparation for the ribs to finish roasting.

• TO FINISH

Remove the ribs from the oven, discard the aluminum foil and generously brush both sides with barbecue sauce.

Turn broiler to high and broil the ribs for 3-4 minutes, just until the barbecue sauce begins to caramelize. 

(Source: https://www.inspiredtaste.net/7179/sweet-and-spicy-oven-baked-ribs/)

Cowboy Cookies

 

• 1  cup  salted butter, softened
• 3/4  cup  brown sugar
• 1/2  cup  granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons  vanilla extract
• 2  3/4  cup  all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon  baking powder
• 1  teaspoon  baking soda
• 1/2  teaspoon  salt
• 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup quick oats
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans
• 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer, add butter, brown sugar, and sugar and mix on low using the paddle attachment. Increase to medium and mix until smooth, about 1 minute.
• Add in the eggs and vanilla extract and beat until just combined, about 30 seconds.
• Add in all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined. Add in the quick oats and mix until just combined.
• Pour in the chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut flakes and mix in using the paddle attachment or use a large spoon or rubber spatula to fold in.
• Divide the dough into about 12 equal pieces. Use hands to roll into large balls. Place onto prepared baking sheets, 6 per pan.
• Bake in the 400 degree oven for 10-12 minutes, until tops are golden brown.
• Let cool on pan 15 minutes before serving warm, or transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

(Source: https://thestayathomechef.com/perfect-cowboy-cookies/#jump-to-recipe)