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Directions1.
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Preheat the oven to 350F and butter an 8 by 12-inch baking dish on all sides and the bottom and line the bottom with parchment paper so the granola bars are sure to not stick.
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Toss the oatmeal, almonds, wheat bran, add together on a sheet pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just lightly browned.
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DO NOT leave this in too long because it burns fast.
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Make sure to check it all the time.
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While the dry ingredients toast, place the butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
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Cook for one minute at a low boil, then set aside.
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Scoop all your toasted dry ingredients into a large bowl and pour the wet mixture over the toasted stir well.
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You can always substitute different fruit.
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5.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
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Wet your fingers and lightly press the mixture down into the pan.
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I line the top with parchment paper and use another pan to press down really firmly so my bars are super packed in.
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6.
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Bake at 300F now for 25-35 minutes, until light golden brown.
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Cool completely before slicing into bars.
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Serve at room temperature.
