Granola Mix - cooking recipe

Ingredients

15 c. oats (old-fashioned, rolled)
1 1/2 c. wheat germ
3/4 lb. coconut, shredded
3 c. sunflower seeds (raw)
1 1/2 c. sesame seed
4 1/2 c. nuts (chopped almonds, pecans and/or walnuts)
2 1/4 c. water
2 1/4 c. vegetable oil
3/4 c. honey
3/4 c. molasses
1 Tbsp. cinnamon
4 1/2 tsp. vanilla
raisins (optional)
other dried fruit (if desired)

Preparation

Preheat oven to 300\u00b0.
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 5 (13 x 9-inch) baking pans or cookie sheets with sides.
Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Bake 15 minutes longer for crunchier texture.
Cool. Add raisins or other dried fruit.
Put in airtight containers. Label and store in cool, dry place.
Use within 6 months.
Makes 20 cups.