QUICK STOVETOP GRANOLA

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the oil in the 5-qt. (4.7-L) Nonstick Saute Pan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes. Add the oats, coconut, and pecans; cook and stir for 4–6 minutes, or until the oats are golden brown. Move the mixture to a large sheet pan.

Step 2

Add the honey, sugar, and cinnamon to the pan; cook and stir for 1 minute, or until the mixture is bubbling and thickened.

Step 3

Return the oat mixture to the pan; cook for 1 minute, or until coated. Turn off the heat.

Step 4

Stir in the cherries. Transfer the mixture to a sheet pan and let it cool for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Store the granola in a large resealable plastic bag or container.

Step 5

Try using coconut oil, olive oil, or butter in place of canola oil.

Step 6

Instead of pecans, use almonds, cashews, walnuts, pepitas, or sunflower seeds.

Step 7

Swap the dried cherries for your favorite dried fruit like raisins or cranberries.