Nut-and-Seed Granola

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   Position an oven rack at the bottom of the oven, and preheat to 325 degrees F.

2. 2

   Whisk the maple syrup and oil together in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Add the almonds, pecans, coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseed and salt, and toss to coat.

4. 4

   Spread the mixture out on a baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove it from the oven, and scrape and toss the mixture around.

6. 6

   Continue to bake until golden and still slightly sticky, 10 to 12 minutes more.

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   Or, for a deeper, toasted version, bake until deeply golden (you may start to smell the toasted nuts), 13 to 15 minutes more.

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   Let cool.

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   (The granola can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.