Granola

Granola

  

2 C. oats

1/2 C. wheat germ

1/2 C. wheat bran

1 C. shredded coconut

1/4 C. sesame seeds

1/4 C. sliced almonds

1/4 C. sunflower seeds

1 C. brown sugar

1/4 C. canola oil

1/4 C. water

1 tsp. vanilla or almond extract

1/2 tsp. salt

Combine oats, wheat germ, wheat bran, coconut, sesame seeds, almonds, and sunflower seeds.  In a small pan, heat sugar, oil, water, vanilla, and salt over medium heat until combined (do not boil).  Pour over dry ingredients and stir well.  Spread in a 9x13 pan and bake at 300 degrees for about 50 minutes, stirring every 5-10 minutes to make sure the granola does not burn. 

Comments:

While we lived in Johnstown, PA, we had some great granola that we got at a little Mennonite store.  Obviously, we no longer get it since we don't live in the state any more, so I came up with this recipe as a replacement.  We love to eat it granola, or even just eat a few handfuls by itself.  It took me a little while to get it right.  The most important thing is not to leave it too long in the oven without stirring, or you end up with extra crispy tasting granola.