Sweet and Salty Granola

Ingredients and Weight:

• Rolled oats: 3 cups
• Canola oil: 1/2 cup
• Maple syrup: 1/3 cup
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
• Nuts of your choice (such as almonds or walnuts): 1 cup, chopped
• Dried fruits such as cranberries or cherries: 1/2 cup
• Sea salt flakes or seasoning salt: a pinch

Preparation Time:

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 30 minutes
• Total time: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, canola oil, maple syrup, salt, and brown sugar. Mix well.
3. Spread the oat mixture onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Top with the chopped nuts and press lightly to adhere.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove from the oven and add dried fruits. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes or seasoning salt.
7. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 8g
• Fibre: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and salty flavors combine to create a unique and satisfying snack or breakfast cereal.
• The granola is crunchy and has a rich, toasted flavor.
• It's a great source of energy and can be easily customized with different nuts and dried fruits.

User Comments:

1. "This granola is amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and salty." - John Doe, New York
2. "Love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's my go-to snack now." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
3. "The granola is so crunchy and delicious! I can't wait to make it again." - Mark Johnson, Los Angeles

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overbake the granola, or it will become too hard and bitter.
• Adjust the amount of mapels syrup and brown sugar according to your preference for sweetness.
• You can experiment with different types of nuts and dried fruits to find your favorite combination.