Breakfast ~ Granola & Apple Juice

Breakfast: Granola with blueberries and apple cider.

Granola: Oats, shredded coconut, sesame seeds,

 sunflower seeds, cranberry honey, sliced almonds, 

and raisins.

For over 20 years I have been making my own granola, thanks to my sister-in-law who provided me with a very basic recipe so many years ago. It's simple, quick, and you can adjust for your likes and dislikes. Not only that, it cost substantially less to make than most store bought granola. Have just about any cereal with apple juice instead of milk and you might as well just call it dessert!

Granola
4 c rolled oats
2 tbs safflower oil
1 c wheat germ
1/2 c slivered almonds or preferred nut
1/4 c sesame seeds
1/2 c sunflower seeds
1/4 c shredded coconut
1/2 c honey
1/2 c raisons

Pour oats in large mixing bowl and add oil to moisten. Add wheat germ, almonds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and coconut. Mix well. Add honey and mix. Pour onto greased cookie sheet and place in 300 degree oven for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Check at 8 minutes and gently mix so that all cereal gets baked evenly. For last few minutes put on raisons. Keep eye on them. When raisons puff up, time to remove from oven. Pour onto parchment paper and let dry.