Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2009

I make this granola almost every week. I generally change the type of nuts I use and also add in some dried fruit (like cranberries or cherries). To get those big clusters of granola I don't stir until the granola is cooled. I also turn the oven off after an hour, but leave the granola in for another 30 minutes to get it nice and golden brown. I really good recipe.

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Mark & Amanda

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Reviewed: Jul. 29, 2009

WOW! So good! Will never buy in store again. Used Almonds instead of peanuts.

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Amy

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Reviewed: Jul. 11, 2009

I have been using this recipe for over a year now and my family loves it. I sometimes add golden raisins or dried cranberries, but it's great just the way it is and it smells heavenly while baking.

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MERMAR

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Reviewed: Jun. 5, 2009

This recipe is fast and delicious. I made it according to the recipe except added a cup of coconut and dried cranberries. Yummy- why would anyone pay big money for store bought granola when they can make it so inexpensively and to their taste at home? Thank you for a great recipe I will use again and again-

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HAWAII0988

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Living In: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

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Reviewed: May 23, 2009

So easy and delicious!! I added cinnamon and cut down on the honey, brown sugar, and oil. Everyone loved it. Will definitely be making this again!

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audrey717

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Reviewed: Apr. 9, 2009

Hands down the greatest granola! My kids gobbled this up like mad! I topped my morning yogurt with it and this whole batch was gone in 2 days. We will be making this over and over again and keeping some on hand! The only thing I may try is to incorporate peanut butter into the mix.

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bizzymomma

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Home Town: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA

Living In: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA

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Reviewed: Apr. 4, 2009

This granola was very good. I prefer granola without all the dried fruits and this one was simple and taste. I omitted the sugar and added almonds instead of peanuts.

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Fit&Healthy Mom

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Reviewed: Mar. 21, 2009

I just made this and I loved it. I used rolled oats, 2 cups, as that is what I had in the pantry. I also added about 1 cup of raisins, to use up the stash. Once it was completely cooled, it had a nice crunchy texture. I didn't think it was too sweet but I do have a sweet tooth!

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kbwinson

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Reviewed: Feb. 20, 2009

This was very easy to make and it tastes just like a nature valley granola bar! Yum! Thank you for the great recipe!

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Cakegirl20

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Reviewed: Feb. 12, 2009

My grandson wanted me to make him some peanut butter granola, I followed this recipe but added 1/3 cup chunky peanut butter. It's delicious.

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Bobbi

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Reviewed: Jan. 16, 2009

Very good - and versatile. I cut the brown sugar to 2 tbsp. and the honey to 1/4 c. Only toasted in the oven for about 45 minutes. Wasn't too sweet (mainly because I cut the sweetness myself) but it was perfect. Even my kids ate it right out of the oven by the fistful. Might try almonds - or whatever I have on hand next time. Maybe some dried fruit or flaked coconut too.

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mom2hhh

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Reviewed: Jan. 6, 2009

First off, this was more like a granola cereal, not clusters. I made a few substitutions based on what I had on hand. I used almond slivers instead of peanuts and 2 tbs of butter instead of oil. I also added 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp nutmeg, and 2 tbs of dark chocolate peanut butter. I decreased the honey and brown sugar to 1/4 cup. Very yummy!

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Piratefrog

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Reviewed: Jan. 4, 2009

I followed some advice and cut back on the sugar and oil which I may not do next time since I like my granola with some chunks in it. I also added chopped almonds instead of peanuts and added raisins and chocolate chips as well. Over all this was an easy recipe that I will likely make again.

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KRYG14

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Reviewed: Jan. 4, 2009

This granola is simple but excellent. I made no changes and found that thirty minutes was just enough time for the granola to brown perfectly. It turned out fantastic!

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tat2whttrsh aka Lambchop's Mom

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Reviewed: Nov. 11, 2008

Tastes like a mix between a peanut butter cookie and an oatmeal cookie. Pretty yummy, but doesn't clump like some granolas do.

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vincini

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Reviewed: Oct. 29, 2008

This is a great basic granola recipe. I did add some ground flaxseed along with the wheat germ. The add-in possibilities are endless! Store-bought granola is so expensive and usually very high in sugar.

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Reviewed: Oct. 4, 2008

The house smells yummy when this is baking. Very good granola.

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Reviewed: Sep. 22, 2008

I like this just as written, but I've also experimented with a few variations. I'm not a big honey fan, so I exchanged the honey for lite maple syrup. I also add about 2 tbsp. peanut butter and dissolve that into the wet ingredients. A dash of cinnamon and some dried cranberries at the end makes it perfect! I hardly ever buy cereal anymore!

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Jen

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Home Town: Greenville, Ohio, USA

Living In: Miamisburg, Ohio, USA

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Reviewed: Sep. 22, 2008

Although dry (could be due to overcooking it), I loved it!!! My family were not crazy about it, but they are very picky eaters. I will be making it again, just with some substitutions.

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Reviewed: Aug. 12, 2008

Absolutely delicious and dead easy... finally a plain but delightful granola recipe! I have made this twice so far, once as written and once without the nuts. Rave reviews from the "testers" both times. This recipe is a keeper, and this granola will be sent in "care packages" for the nieces and nephews at college. I'll just seal it up with the vacuum-sealing gadget.:)

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