First Snow Granola

After the beautiful first snow fall I was inspired to bake.  There is just something about baking something warm and delicious when it is cold outside. Granola sounded like a good choice.  Here's how to make First Snow Granola:

Ingredients:
2 cups regular rolled oats
1/2 cup macadamia nuts
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup white chocolate chips
*1/2 cup raw honey
2 tablespoons cooking oil
*You could use regular honey instead of raw (I just had this raw honey left over from the Blueberry Festival in Ely, MN).  I would recommend the raw honey though.  It has a little more texture to it and I love the flavor.

Let's Get Started:

1. In a large bowl combine the oats and nuts.  Stir together the honey and oil; stir into the oat mixture.  Spread evenly into a greased 15x10x1 inch baking pan.  Bake in a 300 degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned.  Stir granola after 20 minutes.  Add dried cranberries right after you take it out of the oven.

2. Spread on a large piece of foil to cool.  Break into clumps.  After cooled add the white chocolate chips.  Store in an airtight container for up to one week (or freeze for up to two months). 

Enjoy with yogurt!