Coconut Almond Granola

This is my version of Almond Macaroon Granola that our local co-op sells in bulk.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 20
• Yields: 10 cups

Ingredients

• 5  cups old fashioned oats
• 2⁄3 cup wheat germ
• 1⁄4 cup ground flax seeds
• 1  cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
• 3⁄4 cup  chopped  almonds
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon  almond extract
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 2⁄3 cup honey
• 1⁄2 cup canola oil
• 1⁄2 cup coconut oil (I like Nutiva Organic Coconut Oil)
• 1  tablespoon water

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
2. Place on a cookie sheet or baking dish, no more than a half an inch deep. You will probably need to divide it up into two batches.
3. Bake on the middle rack in a 350 degree oven, for 20-30 minutes, checking and stirring every 5-10 minutes.
4. Cool slightly in the pan before transferring into a large bowl, stir every 10-15 minutes as it cools. It will get crunchy as it cools.
5. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
6. 1 serving is 1/2 cup, serve with milk or over yogurt and fruit.