Getting out of bed in the morning has always been a challenge for me...I do it, but I don't like it.
About 2 years ago, I discovered a breakfast that made waking up a little less hellish.
When we lived in Murray Hill, Lee and I used to frequent "Penelope", on 30th and Lexington, quite a lot. They had the best Mabel's granola! We used to crave it every weekend. At $10 a bowl, it was no cheap habit! I got smart and asked our usual waiter, Steve, what kind of yogurt they used. The secret lay in the Axelrod Vanilla low fat yogurt. From then on, we have spent much time perfecting the yogurt parfaits. The best granola came when we least expected it. My friend, Corryn, bought me some great jam and granola from "Au Pain Quotidien". Wow ! That is granola! So, now we are addicted to granola that is geographically desirable (only a 3 block walk to get it when I need it !) and UNREAL. If you do not live near a Pain Quotidien, Whole Foods makes good Vanilla crunch granola as well.
Sherri & Lee's Yogurt Parfaits
1/2 cup Axelrod Low Fat Vanilla Yogurt (you can get this at Gristedes and Associated...Fresh Direct & Whole Foods don't have it...SUCKS. This yogurt is available in Canada.)
1/2 cup assorted berries (blackberries, raspberries and blueberries)
1/2 cup Organic granola from Pain Quotidien
This may not be rocket science, but it is one of our faves !
It is also a great healthy breakfast for those who are trying to watch it.
Throwing these parfaits in beautiful milkshake glasses in layers would be beautiful for a weekend brunch.
Bon Appetit !
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