Flax and Chia Hot "Cereal"

Happy New Year!  Here is to a healthy and paleo-filled 2014!

Its seems like everyone is on a Chia kick.  It's the new Kale of 2014.  When I hear Chia, I conger up an image of a terra cotta shaped animal (sheep?) covered in sprouted Chia....yup the famous Chia Pet.  However, despite the goofy pop-culture reference, Chia seeds are rich is Omega Three Fats.   In other words, Chia seeds are good for your cholesterol and can lower blood pressure.

So with that, here is an excellent new "cereal" recipe.  This recipe is grain-free and thus totally paleo.  You can either make a large batch for the week or make as needed.   I prefer to make this recipe in batches.    What this recipe lacks in visual appeal makes up for in some flavor.   Oh and if you haven't already guessed, this recipe is VERY HIGH in fiber.   Your digestive system will look shiny and new with one passing of this awesome meal.

Ingredients:
1/2 Cup of Chia Seeds
1/2 Cup of Golden Flax Meal
1/2 Cup of Finely Chopped Unsweetened Coconut
1/2 Cup of Raisin (optional)
11/2 tablespoon Cinnamon

Direction:
Combine Chia Seeds, Golden Flax Seed Meal, Coconut, Raisins and Cinnamon in an air tight container (flax seed spoils easily).   Mix ingredients by shaking container.

For one serving of "oatmeal."

In a bowl, place 1/2 cup of "cereal" mix.   In a mug, microwave 2/3 cup of water for 3 min.   Pour hot water over "oatmeal" mix, stir and let stand for 4-5 min.   Add honey or agave nectar to taste.  You may also add a chopped banana.