Ingredients
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3 c. rolled oats
1/3 c. wheat germ
1/3 c. shredded coconut
1/3 c. sunflower seeds
1/3 c. oat bran
1/3 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/3 c. margarine or butter
1/4 c. honey
1 (6 oz.) pkg. fruit bits, diced (dried; optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
Preparation
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Measure rolled oats into an 8 x 12-inch microwavable dish. Microwave on High for 2 1/2 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time.
Stir next 6 ingredients into rolled oats.
Place margarine in 1-cup glass measure.
Microwave on High until melted (40 to 60 seconds).
Combine margarine, honey and vanilla; pour over oatmeal mixture, stirring until completely combined. Microwave on Medium on 50% power until well heated, 7 to 8 minutes, stirring twice during cooking time.
Stir in fruit bits, if desired.
Press mixture firmly again bottom of dish with back of spoon.
Allow to cool; break apart with fork.
Store, tightly covered, for up to 1 week.
(Recipe tested on 500 to 700 watt microwave oven).
Makes 5 cups.
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