Mom's Granola

10 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
5 cups rolled wheat (or oats)
1 cup wheat germ
2 cups coconut
1 - 2 cups sunflower seeds
1 cup sesame seeds (optional)
1 -2 cups chopped pecans

2 cups water
1 1/2 cups raw or brown sugar
*(or 1 1/2 - 2 c. agave nectar / no other sweeteners)
1 cup vegetable oil (canola or grape seed)
1 cup honey (or 3/4 c. honey and 1/4 c. molasses)
2 teaspoons salt
3 Tablespoons vanilla
1 Tablespoon cinnamon, more if desired

Raisins or other dried fruits (cranberries are excellent)

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. In a large bowl combine oats, wheat, wheat germ, coconut, seeds and nuts. Blend well. In a large sauce pan, combine sugar, water, oil, honey, molasses, salt, cinnamon and vanilla. Heat until sugar is dissolved, but do not boil. Pour syrup over dry ingredients and stir until well-coated. Spread into five 13" x 9" baking pans, or cookie sheets with sides. Bake 20 - 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Bake 15 minutes longer for crunchier texture. Remove from oven. Add raisins or other dried fruit while still hot. Cool. Put in airtight containers. Label. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes 20 - 24 cups.

*diabetics