Cherry Vanilla Granola....

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup unsweetened coconut, flaked or shaved
1/2 cup golden brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup honey
2 Tbsp sugar
4 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup dried cranberries


Directions-
1. Position rack in middle of oven and preheat to 300°F. Lightly spray large baking sheet with nonstick spray, or line sheet with parchment paper or silpat.

2. Mix next 7 ingredients in large bowl. Combine oil, honey, and sugar in small saucepan; bring to simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour hot liquid over oat mixture; stir well. Using hands, toss mixture until thoroughly mixed.

3. Spread granola on prepared baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 20-30 minutes. Add dried cranberries.Transfer sheet to rack. Using a flat metal spatula, pack granola down on bottom and sides of cookie sheets. Cool granola completely. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

4. Add-in options: Raisins, dried cherries, apples, apricots or blueberries (after cooking)
Makes 6 cups

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
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