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Nature Valley Granola Nut Clusters Review & Giveaway
By Laurie | October 28, 2009
Do you like nuts? If so, you might really enjoy Nature Valley Granola Nut Clusters. Thanks to MyBlogSpark, I was able to sample all four varieties: Nut Lovers, Roasted Almond, Roasted Cashew and Honey Roasted Peanut. They also sent me a “Snack Pack” prize pack which included a sling backpack, stainless steel water bottle, flashlight and binoculars. Want one for yourself? Read on!
I usually don’t like products that include nuts. I much prefer to snack on them alone rather than in other food. My two favorite nuts are honey roasted peanuts and cashews. I was curious to try these two flavors in particular because I like granola on it’s own too. Two wholesome snacks all-in-one? How can you go wrong?
I like that they are not overly sweet and seem really healthy- definitely better than chowing down on a bag of potato chips. They use 100% natural ingredients, too. I took a bag to work (they are re-sealable!) and Dave and I shared the rest at home. After eating a few clusters I felt satisfied and full. It’s definitely not one of those kinds of snacks that you feel compelled to eat the entire bag in one sitting, at least not for me. I still think I prefer to have my nuts and granola separate (or in a mix with raisins), but if you are a nut and granola fanatic, you’ll definitely want to give this snack a try.
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Simply answer one of these questions in the comments (required):
What is your favorite variety of nut or What is your favorite element/s of nature?
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U.S. only, please. The winner will be selected randomly from all valid entries on or around November 6. You must leave a comment letting me know your answer to one of the two questions above, as well as additional comments letting me know what else you have done to earn extra entries. Please also use your real first name and leave a valid way for me to contact you should you be selected as the winner. You will have 48 hours to respond to my e-mail before another winner is selected. Good Luck!
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