Granola

Directions

1. 1
   Mix all ingredients.
2. 2
   For granola with chunks, Slowly stir in pot over low-medium heat until ingredients become sticky and form clumps (it will be somewhat hard to stir).
3. 3
   If you need to add more water, do so.
4. 4
   Dump mixture onto 2 large jelly-roll pans, spread evenly.
5. 5
   Bake at 300 F for 1 - 1 1/2 hours (less time is needed for the granola with no chunks), stirring every 15-20 minutes.
6. 6
   Granola will be a golden brown when it is ready.
7. 7
   Cool granola by spreading it out on flattened paper grocery bags.
8. 8
   *you may want to not add the dates until the end*.