“It’s a nutritious bar with a delightful taste!”

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups rolled oats – not quick oats!
1/4 cup oat bran
1/4 cup almonds – finely chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup raisins – soak in hot water for five minutes to plump up

• Preheat oven to 350 F.
• Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
• Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl.
• Combine the honey and remaining ingredients and add to the dry ingredients.
• Mix very well until all are coated with honey.
• Wet your hands and press the mixture onto the pan into a rectangular shape approximately 9”x7”.
• Place into the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and cut into 16 bars immediately while the granola is warm and slightly soft.
• Pull the bars apart to separate them and return to the oven for another five minutes.
• Cool on a wire rack.
• Store in an airtight container.