Granola

Granola

This recipe makes a great chewy granola that is a perfect spring-board. Don't be afraid to experiment with additional ingredients and combinations. It comes from Amy Jones' cookbook, A World of Wisdom. http://www.thebirthsource.org/

• 4 c. rolled oats
• 1 c. coconut shreds, optional
• 1 c. wheat germ
• 1/2 c. oil
• 3/4 c. honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1/4 c. sunflower seeds, optional
• 3/4 c. raisins, optional
• 1/4 c. chopped almonds
• 1/4 c. sesame seeds, optional
  

Combine oats, germ, oil, honey, and vanilla in a bowl. Spread on a cookie sheet and bake at 300 for 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Remove and add almonds and optional items.

*I think the coconut really makes this recipe. I also increase the almonds to about a cup. Flax seed would be another great add in. It's great as a cereal, in yogurt, or by the handful; I've even added semi-sweet chocolate chips for a treat.

*Don't miss this "How Granola Are You" Quiz for a chuckle: http://www.themoralesfamily.us/granola.htm

*If you're now thinking, "How can I increase my crunchy count?", check this out: http://www.amazon.com/Crunchy-Cons-Birkenstocked-evangelical-homeschooling/dp/1400050642