Butter is an all-natural dairy byproduct from cows. It is one of the oldest and most natural foods that has been a part of our diets for thousands of years. Butter is the cream of fresh whole milk and must be at least 80% milk fat, while the remaining 20% consists of water and milk […]

Here at The Granola Factory, we use dried cherries in our Cherry Almond Quinoa granola. They add a great flavor and texture that pairs perfectly with the almonds. Our dried cherries come from Payson Fruit Growers located in Payson, Utah. These cherries are grown in the high desert, at the base of the Wasatch Mountains. […]

Honey is the nectar of flowers collected from bees and is an all-natural energy source for the body. Unlike white sugar, honey divides glucose and fructose which allows the body to absorb simple sugars and convert them directly into energy. Honey as a sweetener is more concentrated than granulated sugar, which means you can use […]

Contrary to what many think, salt plays an important role in our health. Salt is vital to the body, as it passes nutrients to our cells. It also aids in proper digestion, regulates muscle contractions, and helps with nerve stimulation. Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, which increases the risk of heart […]

Pecans are a tree nut member of the hickory family and have a rich, buttery flavor. They are native to North America & Mexico and are one of the few major tree nuts that grow naturally in North America. Once collected, the shell of each pecan is removed. This shelling process reduces a pecans weight […]