Homemade Granola

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

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   In a large bowl, combine the slivered almonds through shredded coconut.

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   Microwave the coconut oil, honey, maple syrup and vanilla in a small microwave-safe glass bowl for 20 seconds.

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   Whisk the oil mixture, blending it thoroughly, and then pour it over the nut-seed mixture and stir until the nuts and seeds are completely coated. Spread the nut-seed mixture out onto a cookie sheet and bake for 3 minutes.

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   Remove the cookie sheet from the oven; sprinkle the cinnamon, salt and nutmeg over the nut-seed mixture.

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   Bake for another 3 minutes.

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   Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool.

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   Serve it at once or store it in airtight container. The granola will keep for up to 2 weeks in airtight container and for a month or longer if stored in freezer.

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   Variations: Feel free to mix and match ingredients to come up with your own version of portable goodness.

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    Add in some dried fruit after baking the granola to bring in a bit more sweetness and an interesting texture.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.