Steel Cut Maple Granola

A nice alternative to regular granola, the steel cut oats really add a special depth of flavor to an already low-fat recipe.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  cups steel cut oats
• 1⁄4 cup wheat germ
• 1⁄4 cup  whole almond
• 1⁄4 cup  pumpkin seeds
• 1⁄4 cup flaked coconut (unprocessed)
• 1⁄3 cup maple syrup
• 1⁄4 cup  apple juice concentrate
• 1  teaspoon cinnamon
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup  dried fruit

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the dried fruit and toss well.
3. Spread on large cookie sheet and bake 35-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
4. Stir in dried fruit.
5. Makes 6 servings (approx 5/8 cups each.).