Homemade Granola

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Toss the oats, coconut and almonds together in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Whisk together the oil and honey in a small bowl.
4. 4
   Pour the liquids over the oat mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until all the oats and nuts are coated.
5. 5
   Pour into a 13 x 18 x 1-inch sheet pan.
6. 6
   Bake, stirring occasionally with a spatula, until the mixture turns a nice, even golden brown, about 45 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove the granola from the oven and allow to cool, stirring occasionally.
8. 8
   Add the apricots, figs, cherries, cranberries and cashews.
9. 9
   Store the cooled granola in an airtight container.
10. 10
    Yield:
11. 11
    12 cups.
12. 12
    Cook time:
13. 13
    45 minutes.