graaanola.

Katie, Kevin and I made some super yummo homemade granola the other day, so I thought I'd share the oober simple, ultra cheap recipe! My tweaked version courtesy of Barefoot Contessa from the Food Network. 


Ingredients:
4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut 
2 cups sliced almonds 
3/4 cup vegetable oil 
1/2 cup good honey 
1 cup dried cherries 
1 cup dried cranberries 


Directions:
Toss the oats, coconut,  and almonds together in a large bowl. Whisk together the oil and honey in a small bowl. Pour the liquids over the oat mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until all the oats and nuts are coated. Pour onto a 13 x 18 x 1-inch sheet pan. Bake, stirring occasionally with a spatula, until the mixture turns a nice, even, golden brown, about 45 minutes. (Watch it carefully because it'll burn fast!)


Remove the granola from the oven and allow to cool, stirring occasionally (...throwing it in the freezer also works, too!). Add the cherries and cranberries. Store it all in an airtight container. 


These measurements make a ton for ya to nibble on for weeks. It's absolutely delicious over plain greek or french vanilla yogurt. Add a dash of honey for a smidge more sweetness if you use the greek yogurt and enjoy a day full of energy!! 


say yogurt + granola!
katy c.