Thursday, April 23, 2009

Apple Cinnamon Granola

Mix in large bowl:
4 c. Rolled Oats
(A blend of barley flakes, kamut flakes, rolled spelt, a handful of bran or flax, and rolled oats is really nice)
2/3 c. almonds, crushed
2/3 c. coconut
2/3 c. pecan halves

In medium saucepan heat and boil until sugar is dissolved:
2/3 c. apple concentrate
2/3 c. dark brown sugar
4 T. veg. oil
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. nutmeg

Pour boiling syrup over oat mixture; stir until well mixed to coat evenly. Grease large baking pan. Spread mixture evenly in baking pan.
Bake at 325F for 20 min, stirring frequently with metal spatula until edges are golden. (until granola begins to dry)

Add:
2 c. dried apple pieces, chopped
3/4 c. raisins

Mix well and bake about 12 minutes longer, stirring occassionally.
Cool completely on baking sheet.
Can be stored in airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.
Freezes well.
Makes 3/4 of an ice cream container.