Crispy Crunchy Granola Munchies Recipe

Make sure the oven rack is in the center position and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

Combine the honey and butter in a small saucepan. Heat on low heat and stir until melted. Remove from the heat.

Combine the oats , mixed nuts , coconut , pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and salt in a large bowl. Stir with a large wooden spoon to mix well.

Pour the honey butter over the oat mixture and stir until well combined.

Spread the granola evenly in a thin layer on a baking sheet.

Bake, stirring every 5 minutes with a wooden spoon to prevent the granola from sticking or burning, until fragrant and golden brown, about 20 minutes. (Do not overcook-the granola will crisp as it cools.)

Using oven mitts or pot holders, remove the baking sheet from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool. When completely cooled, transfer the granola to a large mixing bowl and stir in the dried fruit.

Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Yield: 6 servings Recipe Source: Emeril's There's A Chef In My Soup! by Emeril Lagasse (HarperCollins Publishers)

Reprinted with permission.