Early-Morning Granola

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to a month.
3 c uncooked regular oats
1 c wheat germ
½ c chopped pecans
½ c sliced almonds
1/3 c sunflower seeds
½ t ground cinnamon
¼ c honey
¼ c maple syrup
2 T brown sugar
2 T vegetable oil
1 c raisins
½ c chopped dried apricots
½ c chopped dried apples
Yogurt (optional)

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl; stirring well.

2. Cook honey and next 3 ingredients in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Stir in oat mixture.

3. Spread mixture in a light greased aluminum foil-lined 15x10 inch jelly-roll pan.

4. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until golden, stirring every 5 minutes. Invert onto wax paper; let cool 30 minutes. Stir in dried fruits. Serve with yogurt, if desired. Makes 6 cups.