Granola 'N Oats

Ingredients:

3 c. rolled oats

1/3 c. wheat germ

1/3 c. shredded coconut

1/3 c. sunflower seeds

1/3 c. oat bran

1/4 c. brown sugar

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/3 c. margarine

1/4 c. honey

1 tsp. vanilla

Directions:

Measure rolled oats into 8" x 12" microwavable dish. Microwave for 2 1/2 minutes on high, stirring halfway through cooking time. Stir next 6 ingredients into rolled oats. Place margarine in 1 cup glass measure. Microwave on high until melted. Combine margarine, honey and vanilla; pour over oatmeal mixture stirring until thoroughly combined. Microwave on medium until well heated (7-8 minutes) stirring twice during cooking time. Press mixture firmly against bottom of dish with back of spoon. Allow to cool. Break apart with fork. Store tightly covered, up to 1 week.

Yield: 4 cups
Serving Size: 1/8 cup provides 0.5 oz grain for a 3 - 5 year old at breakfast or snack.
Credit: Providers Voice, Oct. 89