Granola

1/3 cup honey

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/3 cup canola oil

2 tablespoons water

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

4 cups rolled oats

1/4 cup sesame seeds

3/4 cup chopped pecans (or other nut of your choice)

3/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

1/2 cup raisins

1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped dried apricots, or dried cranberries (or a combination)

1.  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Prepare a high-sided cookie sheet or a lasagna pan with parchment paper, oil, butter, or a large silicone mat.

2.  Mix honey, maple syrup, oil, water, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in large measuring cup.

3.  In a large bowl, combine the liquid mixture with the dry ingredients, except for the dried fruit, and mix until everything is coated with the honey mixture.  Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared baking sheet.  Bake for about 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the granola is golden brown.  Baking time will vary, depending on the depth of granola in the cookie sheet or pan.

4.  After the baking is complete, add the dried fruit.

5.  Allow to cool, store in jars.

makes about 6 cups