Nif's Grandpa's Baked Granola

• 8 cups whole oats
• 2 cups slivered almonds
• 2 cups wheat germ
• 2 cups unsweetened coconut, grated
• 12 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
• 34 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• 1 cup water (more if needed)

1. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Mix wet mixture ingredients together in a medium bowl.
3. Add wet mixture to dry.
4. Mix until small clusters form.
5. If you live in a dry area, you may need to add more water - add 1/4 cup more at a time.
6. Spread very evenly onto 2 cookie sheets.
7. Bake for 30 - 35 minutes at 350F Bake in 9-10 minute intervals, then mix on the pan.
8. Make sure that it is evenly distributed so corner areas don't burn.
9. You can enjoy some of it warm but cool completely to store in an airtight container.

oats, almonds, germ, unsweetened coconut, oil, brown sugar, vanilla, water

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/nifs-grandpas-baked-granola-369061 (may not work)