Great Granola

My favorite granola recipe:

3/4 cup firmly dark brown sugar
1 stick plus 3 T. unsalted butter
1 t. freshly grated nutmeg
1 t. cinnamon
5 c. old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats!)
1 c. raw cashew nuts
1 1/2 c. sliced almonds
1/2 c. dried currants
1/2 c. dried cherries
1/2 c. dried banana chips

In a saucepan combine the brown sugar, butter, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Simmer mixture, stirring ,for 3 minutes, or until sugar is dissolved. In a large bowl, combine well the oats, cashews, and almonds and toss mixture with sugar mixture until it is coated well. Spread mixture on a large baking sheet and bake it in the middle of a preheated 350 degree oven, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until golden. Let granola cool and in a bowl toss it with currants, cherries, and banana chips. The granola keeps in an airtight container for 2 weeks. Makes 7 cups.

I added dried apricots, walnuts, dried pineapple, and pecans to mine. You can add any dried fruit or nuts or your choice. Enjoy!