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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 28 |
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âEven our 4-year-old, who isnât fond of dried fruit, enjoys this granola. Itâs low fat, full of fiber and just plain delicious,â says Robyn Larabee of Lucknow, Ontario. Ingredients:
2 cups old-fashioned oats |
1/2 cup flaked coconut |
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ |
1/4 cup oat bran |
1/4 cup sunflower kernels |
1/4 cup slivered almonds |
1/4 cup chopped pecans |
2 tablespoons sesame seeds |
1/4 cup honey |
2 tablespoons canola oil |
2 tablespoons grated orange peel |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 cup dried cranberries |
3/4 cup chopped dates |
1/2 cup chopped dried figs |
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots |
3 tablespoons raisins |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the honey, oil, orange peel, vanilla and salt; pour over oat mixture and mix well. Spread evenly into an ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
2. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, stirring once. Cool completely on a wire rack. Stir in dried fruits. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 7 cups.
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