Over the years I have become a very frugal housewife and in the process, I grew to love cooking, baking and canning my family's foods. About 8 years ago my mother-in-law taught me how to make homemade granola and today, I thought I would share her recipe with all of you.
This recipe is very easy-to-make and in less than 45 minutes, you will have some delicious tasting homemade granola which is a very healthy snack!
Homemade Granola Recipe
3 cups rolled oats (oatmeal)
1 1/2 cups wheat germ
1 cup peanuts, chopped
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 to 3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup dates, chopped
1/4 cup dried apricots
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 to 1/2 cup honey
Lay the 3 cups of rolled oats out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place baking sheet in a preheated 300 degree F oven and roast them for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove baking sheet from oven.
In a large mixing bowl combine together the wheat germ, peanuts, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, dates and dried apricots until blended together.
In a small saucepan combine together the vegetable oil and the honey over low-medium heat and heat for 3-4 minutes (just until it's hot), remove from heat.
Pour the roasted rolled oats into the large mixing bowl along with the honey mixture so that everything is well combined together. I find it best to use a wooden spoon or silicone spatula for stirring. Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet in a thin layer. Place baking sheet into the preheated 300 degree oven and bake for 15 to 17 minutes, using a spatula to flip the mixture over (stir it up) every 5 to 7 minutes during the baking process.
Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet. Once cool, pour mixture into an airtight container or plastic storage bags.
Monday, May 27, 2013
How to Make Homemade Granola with Recipe
