David & Amy’s Fabulous Granola

David & Amy’s Fabulous Granola

This recipe is brought to you by my wonderful son, David, and his fabulous fiancee, Amy. I would love your feedback!

Ingredients:
3 Cups Rolled Oats
1 Cup Pecans
1 Cup Almonds
1/2 Cup Flax Seeds
1 1/2 Cups Sunflower Seeds
1 Cup Raisins
1/3 Cup Brown Sugar
1/3 Cup Honey
2 Cups Applesauce
1 tsp. Salt

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 F

Add everything but raisins, brown sugar, honey, and applesauce to large mixing bowl. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.

Add applesauce, honey and brown sugar. Mix until everything is evenly coated.

Spread out on 2-3 baking sheets until there is a thin layer.

Bake until golden brown, approximately 40 minutes.

Remove from oven, and let cool completely to room temperature.

Once cool, break apart and mix in raisins.

Store in an airtight container.

Note: Other nuts or seeds can be substituted, and other dried fruit can be added as well.

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