Consider time in the kitchen an opportunity to connect with yourself, and to infuse the day with mindfulness and good feeling. Savor a healthy snack and recommit to the goals you’ve set. Fairmont Pittsburgh Sous Chef Caleb Allen shares his recipes for Coconut Chia Pudding and Fl.2 Granola as one way to enjoy your quiet time.
Fl. 2 Granola Recipe
INGREDIENTS
1 vanilla bean
8 cups rolled oats
2 cups sliced almonds
2 cups pine nuts
3 cups coconut
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup maple syrup
3/4 cup vegetable oil
Pinch of sea salt
2 cups raisins
DIRECTIONS
Cut the vanilla beans and scrape out seeds into a bowl. Add dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients. Combine. Bake at 325° until golden brown. Add raisins to mix once cooled.
Coconut Chia Pudding Recipe
INGREDIENTS
2 cups coconut milk
2 tablespoons maple syrup
¼ cup water
½ cup chia seeds
DIRECTIONS
Combine wet ingredients, then whisk in chia seeds. Transfer to airtight container and refrigerate overnight. Once set, layer it, starting with the pudding, then granola, then diced mango or any fruit you like!
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