Squash Hermits (Protein Bars)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup soy flour
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• 6 tablespoons margarine, room temperature
• 1 cup winter squash, pureed
• 3/4 cup molasses
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup sunflower seed
• 1 cup dried currant or raisins

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°.

2. 2

   In separate bowls, combine dry ingredients and wet ingredients. Mix together.

3. 3

   Stir in chopped nuts and fruits.

4. 4

   Spray or grease parchment paper and place on a baking sheet or bar pan; spread mixture evenly onto paper.

5. 5

   Bake at 350° for 30 minutes, or until golden.

6. 6

   Let cool; cut into squares.