Granola Cereal
Rice is a wholesome and nutritious cereal grain and it has qualities which make it ideally suited for special dietary needs, such as low sodium diets. Plus white rice contains only 103 calories per half-cup serving!
The total cost of this recipe depends on which and how many extra ingredients you add. Sliced or slivered almonds, walnuts and pecans can be found inexpensively at a country store. Store them in the freezer. You can add raisins or other dried fruit or none at all. Adding some wheat germ (raw or toasted) will increase the nutritional value without affecting the taste. (Store wheat germ in the refrigerator or freezer to keep it fresh.) If you choose not to add all the extra ingredients, you will need to add extra oats. The granola mixture should be moist before putting in the oven, but you don't want extra syrup.
This is a very versatile recipe and the possibilities are endless. Yet it's always a healthful and low cost granola snack!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup skim milk
3/4 cup brown sugar
5 cups whole oats
1/2 cup each of any of the following: sliced almonds, chopped walnuts, pecans, sunflower nuts, raisins, craisins, dates, dried fruit (Mix and match whatever you like.)
Wheat germ, flaxseed (optional, but a great nutritional boost)
Directions:
- Mix first 6 ingredients together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar melts and everything is blended. Remove from heat.
- Add oats and mix well. Spread over 2 cookie sheets sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. (Use sheets with sides.)
- Bake in a 375 oven until brown (about 10-15 minutes). Watch carefully and stir a few times for even browning and to prevent burning. Let cool on sheets.
- When cool, add other ingredients (nuts, dried fruit, etc.). Store in a covered container.