Balsamic Honey Granola

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the dry ingredients and chopped walnuts, stopping at the salt and stir.
2. 2
   In a sauce pot, add the vinegar and honey.
3. 3
   Stir over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally until it reduces by 75 percent and coats the back of a spoon.
4. 4
   Remove off of the heat.
5. 5
   (Now is where youd want to add the vanilla if youre choosing to use it.)
6. 6
   Slowly pour the reduced balsamic/honey over the oats.
7. 7
   Stir with a rubber spatula so everything gets coated.
8. 8
   Spray a medium size cookie sheet (I like to use my Misto spray!).
9. 9
   Spread evenly and bake for 30 minutes, removing every 10 minutes to stir.
10. 10
    Stir in the chopped dates, let cool and serve over vanilla yogurt!