Enjoy this nutty mix in a breakfast parfait layered with yogurt or simply topped with fresh fruit and milk.

• 4 cups steel-cut oats
  1/2 cup bran flakes
  1/2 cup currants
  1/2 cup coconut
  1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries
  1/4 cup wheat germ
  1/4 cup cornmeal
  1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  1/4 cup walnuts
  1/4 cup whole almonds
  1/4 cup corn oil
  1/3 cup honey
  1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat the oven to 325°F.


In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, raisins, bran, coconut, cranberries, wheat germ, cornmeal, sunflower seeds, walnuts, and almonds.  Add the corn oil, honey and vanilla and toss to coat well. 

Spread the granola in a single layer, onto cookie sheets, and bake until the granola is golden brown, about 45 minutes, tossing often.

Allow the granola to cool and store airtight.


Makes about 8 Cups