Granola

My mom used to make granola when I was growing up.  But her recipe made such a HUGE amount, that til we finished it, we didn't want anymore.  This recipe is a much more manageable size, and it can easily be altered to your tastes.

Here's what you'll need:
2/3 c brown sugar
1/3 c honey
1/3 c maple syrup
2 TBSP molasses
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch of salt
4 c oats
1 c wheat germ
1 c coconut
1/2 c Pepita (green pumpkin seeds)
1/2 c flax seeds
1/4 c sesame seeds
1 c raisins
1/2 c craisins
1 c walnuts or almonds, chopped

Preheat over to 275.  Grease large sheet pan.  Set aside.

Combine the first 7 ingredients in a small sauce pan.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce to simmer and cook 5 minutes.

Combine the remaining ingredients in a large bowl.  Stirring well to combine.

Carefully pour the hot mixture over the oat mixture.  Stir well to coat all the ingredients.

Spread the granola on the prepared sheet pan.  Spread into an even layer.

Bake at 275 for 30 minutes, until it's lightly browned.  Set on a wire rack to cool.  Stir a few times as it cools to break up any large pieces.

When completely cool, transfer into an airtight container or zip top bags.  I keep mine in the freezer, and just sprinkle it on what I want, usually yogurt, but also as a cereal with milk.  Makes (about) 3 quarts.

Enjoy!