When I asked my sister the other day what she was hoping to receive for her birthday, the only thing she said was "your peanut butter bars" so guess what...I'm about to head into the kitchen and whip some up! She's going to get a little more than just the bars but that is to remain a surprise for now :-)
As for my sister, she is literally the best sister a girl could ever ask for. I remember in high school being so annoyed with her and someone telling me the wisest words: Someday she'll be your best friend. I sure scoffed at them then but their words proved true...she is my best friend! I am blessed to live near my sister where our kids can grow up together and hopefully be best friends too (our 2nd sons were born only 1 day apart!). My sister is the most loving, patient friend and mom. She sacrifices more for her family than most people will ever know. And she sacrifices much for me and my family as well.
This is a tribute to her and I hope she doesn't mind my sharing our last photo taken together:
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| Happy Birthday Melissa!!!
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Peanut Butter Granola Bars
In a large bowl combine the following:
½ cup honey
Just over 1 c peanut butter (chunky or creamy – if creamy you can add some chopped pecans)
1 cup oats (I use ¼ c steel cut oats, ¾ c rolled oats – you can use all of one or whatever combo of both to get the consistency you like. If you use quick cooking oats you might want to cut back cooking time a little)
¾ c granola
You can add anything you like – butterscotch chips, cc chips, chopped m&m (after cooking), etc…
Microwave for 2 min, mix ingredients
Microwave for an additional 2 min, mix ingredients
Cover baking sheet with wax paper or tin foil, spread mix over paper and let sit for a few hours. (I actually cover over the top too and then use a rolling pin to roll them flat and even. Then I refrigerate them.)
Cut into bars – enjoy!
Thank you!! I had a fabulous birthday and was very blessed by all the specialness of today. And the peanut butter bars are AMAZING!
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