Granola

Granola

10 Cups old fashioned rolled oats
1 cup wheat germ
½ pound shredded coconut (optional)
2 cups raw sunflower seeds
1 cup sesame seeds
3 cups chopped almonds, pecans, walnuts or combination (I love pumpkin seeds too.)
1 ½ cups brown sugar, packed
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
½ cup honey
½ cup molasses
1 ½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 teaspoons vanilla
Raisins or other dried fruits, if desired

In a large bowl combine oats, wheat germ, coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and nuts. Blend well.

In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, water, oil, honey, molasses, salt, cinnamon and vanilla. Heat until sugar is dissolved, but do not boil.

Pour syrup over dry ingredients and stir until well coated. Spread into five 13 by 9 inch baking pans, or cookie sheets with sides. (I cut the recipe in half & used one cookie sheet & one 9x13)

Bake 20 to 30 minutes in a 300 degree oven, stirring occasionally. Bake 15 minutes longer for crunchier texture. Cool.

Add raisins or other dried fruit if desired.

Put in airtight containers. Label. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months

Makes about 20 cups of Granola Mix.