Why buy granola when you can make it at home?

By Lynda Balslev | TasteFood

Now that school is back in session, try making this recipe to keep on hand for easy breakfasts and wholesome snacks. Homemade granola is a healthy pantry staple. It’s also simple to make, requiring a mere 30 minutes to bake.

Use this recipe as a template and mix and match ingredients to your taste. Follow a basic ratio of 2 cups oats to 1 cup coconut to 1 cup nuts to 1 cup dried fruit. Then you can embellish, using different grains and seeds, such as flax, sunflower seeds, goji berries or even wheat germ, depending on what you like. And consider doubling the batch, because it’s guaranteed to be gobbled up.

Keep an eye on the granola as it bakes, but don’t stir it — you want it to stick together. It should be ready once it’s evenly golden brown in color. Do n