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Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 35 mins | Serves: 16

Ingredients

• ½ c vegetable oil

• ½ c maple syrup or honey

• 1 c raw, unsalted nuts, such as walnut pieces or slivered blanched almonds

• 1 c seeds, such as flax, hulled pumpkin or sunflower

• 5 c old-fashioned oats

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°.

2. Lightly coat 2 large baking sheets with cooking spray.

3. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir well and spread thinly onto baking sheets.

4. Bake for 20 minutes, then stir mixture. Continue baking another 10–15 minutes, until mixture is crispy and golden brown. Remove from oven and cool. Store in an air-tight container for about 2 weeks or in freezer for 1 month.

Notes

• Our master granola recipe becomes the foundation for an array of breakfast ideas. Just add fresh or dried fruit and nonfat yogurt or milk.

• Note that while this recipe is high in fat, it’s the healthier fats.

• Pack individual portions for snacks on the go.

Nutrition: (per 1/2 C serving) Calories: 270 kcals | Total Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 3 mg | Carb: 27 g | Protein: 7 g | Fiber: 4 g.

Providence Heart Guide 2019
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