1 1/2 pounds rolled oats (24 oz)
8 oz light brown sugar
1 c. water
1/2 vegetable oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 c. honey
1 TBS cinnamon
1/2 TBS paprika
1 c. dried cherries
1/2 c. dried blueberries
1/2 c. sliced almonds
1 TBS dried rosemary
Place all ingredients in a bowl and combine together with your hands until evenly iancorporated. Lay flat and even on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in an oven at 325 degrees until lightly toasted about 30-40 minutes stirring the mixture once or twice to cook evenly. Remove from oven and let cool. Place in an airtight container and serve as desired.
Note: Any dried fruit or nuts can be substituted. Shaved coconut, chocolate chips, or any dried herb such as oregano or thyme can also be used. Be creative and have fun with this recipe!