G.O.R.P.: Good Ol’ Raisins and Peanuts

GORP is a great snack to keep on hand. I like to keep a jelly-jar of it in my car glove box for those emergency moments, when my stomach (or my granddaughter’s stomach) is growling, and I can’t get back home in time to fix a snack. Because the recipe is flexible, you can keep it around all year and never grow tired of it.

Begin with:
2 cups raisins
2 cups peanuts

Add some or all of the following:
Cheerios
pretzels
M&Ms
dried cranberries
dried apples
dried peaches
dried pineapple
dates
almonds
cashews
sesame seeds (raw, unsalted)
banana chips
dried zucchini chips
chocolate chips (will be messy in the car)

Chop anything that is too big and poses a choking hazard. Mix, and store in an airtight container.

Enjoy! It beats stopping for French Fries and a shake. It’s lower in fat, higher in nutrients, and may save you money in the long run.

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