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July 07, 2012

Cinnamon Almond Amaranth, high protein, fiber, calcium, iron and gluten free


Cinnamon Almond Amaranth 

 1 cup amaranth
2 1/4 cups water
2 TSP Cinnamon
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup shredded coconut
2 TBSP coconut oil
Honey, agave or stevia to taste
1/2 cup coconut milk

1. Cook amaranth for 3 min at a boil.
2. Reduce to simmer 15 min. Stir often.
3. Remove from heat and mix in all ingredients except sweetener and milk.
4. Garnish with honey, agave or stevia and coconut milk while still warm.
Yum!!

Amaranth is pseudocereal, meaning a broadleaf plant being used much the same as a grain. Amaranth is in the gluten free family and has the highes amount of fiber, calcium, protein and iron in its class.  Amaranth is great for those that have internal dampness as it causes a heating effect within the body. Adding cinnamon also enhances the body's ability to "dry out."



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