Maple-Almond-Raisin Granola

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Maple-Almond-Raisin Granola

 

4 cups regular or thick rolled oats

1/4 to 1/2 cup raw almonds

1/3 teaspoon grated nutmeg

1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon

1/3 teaspoon sea salt (optional)

1/3 to 1/2 cup maple syrup

2 to 4 tablespoons refined oil (safflower, or sesame are good choices)

1 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 cup raisins

 

Preheat oven to 325 degrees with oven rack in center position. In a large bowl,

combine dry ingredients. Reserve raisins. Blend maple syrup, oil and almond

extract in small bowl, then pour mixture over dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly

using hands or two rubber spatulas. (Hint: if using hands, wet them first.)

Spread the mixture thinly on two or three cookie sheets (lightly sprayed or

wiped with oil, or use sheets of parchment paper, Bake for 10 to 15 minutes,

stir well and return to oven for another 10 to 15 minutes till all is a light,

toasty brown-not overly toasted.

Transfer hot cereal back to the large bowl, immediately add the raisins and toss

well so they absorb the heat of the cereal and plump nicely. Cool completely and

store in closed jars or other containers.

Makes 5 cups.