Mix in large bowl:
6 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 each: slivered almonds, coarsely chopped pecans, wheat germ
1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
optional: 1/2 cup natural sunflower seeds
Mix in medium bowl:
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup honey
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Microwave these together about 2-3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.
Pour syrup mixture over dry ingredients and stir until well coated. Divide evenly between 2 large roasting pans lined with foil and sprayed with Pam.
Bake at 325 about 15 minutes, then stir. Bake another 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
Cool, then break granola into pieces and store in airtight containers. You may add 1 cup raisins or craisins or both, at this point or add them when you are serving.
Will keep in airtight container for up to a week.
This has been a family favorite for close to 30 years!
