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Crispy Honey Nut Granola Bars

Crispy Honey Nut Granola Bars Ingredients  1½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats  1 cup walnuts , chopped ½ cup almonds, chopped ⅔ cup unsweetened shredded coconut ½ cup honey  3 tbsp light brown sugar  2 tbsp unsalted butter 1½ tsp vanilla extract  ¼ tsp salt 1 cup crisp rice cereal  ¾ cup dried fruit  (like cranberries, cherries, or apricots)  Instructions 1. Toast the dry mix.   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread oats, walnuts, and almonds on a foil-lined baking sheet. Toast for 7 minutes.  Add coconut, toss, and toast for another 4–5 minutes until golden. 2. Make the honey binder.   In a saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt. Bring to a rapid boil over medium-high heat, then remove from heat. 3. Mix it all together.   In a large bowl, combine the toasted oat mixture, honey mixture, rice cereal, and dried fruit. Stir until evenly coated. 4. Press and bake .  Line a 9x13-inch baki...
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Stock Market Climbs to New Heights Ahead of Powell’s Testimony

 

The stock market witnessed modest gains today, with both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite achieving new record highs. Investors are keenly anticipating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming congressional testimony, which could provide crucial insights into the future of interest rates.

  • Modest Gains: The S&P 500 rose by 0.1%, while the Nasdaq Composite saw a 0.3% increase, marking a continuation of their upward trajectory.
  • Economic Indicators: Recent jobs reports suggest a cooling labor market, leading to increased speculation about a potential rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September.
  • Corporate Updates: Notable movements in the corporate sector included Boeing’s guilty plea to a criminal conspiracy charge related to the 737 Max crashes, and Tesla’s shares turning positive, potentially extending its winning streak.
  • Cryptocurrency Watch: Bitcoin hovered near the $56,000 mark, maintaining its position despite recent sell-offs and the ongoing repayment process by the defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox.

As the market landscape evolves, all eyes remain on Powell’s testimony and the forthcoming Consumer Price Index data, which could further influence investor sentiment and market dynamics.\

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