Pecan, Cranberry and Honey Granola

Real Simple, 2004

MAKES 3 CUPS

    1/4 cup honey                                                  
    1/4 cup orange juice                                           
    2 tablespoons light brown sugar                                
    1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract                                   
    1/2 cup raw  pecans halves sliced                              
    1 1/3 cups oats                                                
    1/4 cup sliced, blanch almonds                                 
    1/4 cup shelled pumpkin seeds                                  
    1/4 cup sweet flaked coconut                                   
    1/4 cup golden raisins                                         
    7 dried apricots sliced                                        
    1/4 cup dried cranberries   
                                   
hands-on time: 10 minutes/total time: 1 hour

Heat oven to 350° F. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.

In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, orange juice, brown sugar, and vanilla. Add the pecans, oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and coconut and toss to combine well. Spread out on the baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Remove and set aside until completely cooled, about 20 minutes.

Transfer the cooled oat mixture to a bowl, add the remaining ingredients, and toss well.