Some food, some drink.
Something Edible on Video: A No-bake Trail Mix Snack Bar for those After-School Cravings.
Abstract:
My kids are suckers for peanut butter (it's likely genetic on their mom's side). Problem is in this day and age is that peanut butter is verboten in many a school lunch room. I've got some conspiracy theories about the whole deal, but the fact remains that my kids are gonna have to come home for a PB fix. My son begged and nagged me to make this recipe ever since he found the original recipe in one of his favorite wildlife periodicals. The recipe as wrote is vague as to what kind of nuts and dried fruit should be added to the mix. As I was feeling a bit nostalgic the first time I made this recipe, I decided to run with the time-honored mix of peanuts, raisins and m&m's (ell while you're at it throw some sunflower seeds in there too if you like). The bars didn't last long, and so that's how we've made 'em since.
These snack bars are great to keep in the fridge when the kiddos need a bit of after-school energy, and likewise, the boy and the girl both love 'em for breakfast with a cup of yogurt and a tall glass of O.J.
Recipe: Jump to the detailed recipe. (or, keep reading for the gist of it) -
In a microwave-safe container, nuke the butter, and peanut butter for about 30 seconds, or until the butter is melted. Stir in the honey, and fold the hot mess into the cereal. Once integrated, mix in the nuts and raisins, and then press into an 8 inch square baking dish fitted with a parchment sling. Top with the mini M&Ms and press them into the top with a bit of parchment. Take the pan to the freezer for about 15 minutes or until the bars are set. De-pan and cut into desired portions. Store in the fridge until ready to eat.
Notes:
A good portion of cooking (especially for kids) is presentation. If you want some details on how to make this simple recipe plate up sharp, then be sure to check out this original post for this recipe!
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