Farm Family Recipes

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl combine oats, nuts, dates, cranberries. Break the dates up with your hands if they are sticking together and coat with oat mixture In a medium saucepan simmer together the butter with the remaining ingredients until well blended with a whisk. Pour over oat mixture and blend well. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to moisten. On a lined baking sheet pour granola mixture in pan. Press firmly into an even layer, making sure to press all the way into the corners. Bake until golden brown. 25-35minutes. The center should be firm. Remove from oven and let cool to room temp. Break into large clusters. Store in an airtight container for on-the-go snacking. Serving suggestion Serve over yogurt with fruit or eat by the handful as a snack.