Name: Surfer's Granola
Yield: Makes about 1 quart
Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned oats; 1/4 cup millet (optional; if not using, add an extra 1/4 cup oats); 1 tablespoon golden or other flaxseeds (optional); 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/3 cup honey; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar; 3/4 cup raw almonds, coarsely chopped; 1/3 cup raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas); 1/3 cup raw sunflower seeds; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 cup raisins; Yogurt; Thinly sliced mangoes, papayas, or other fresh fruit; Millet and golden flaxseeds can be found at natural foods stores and some supermarkets.

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Surfer's GranolaChris Gentile

Packed with oats, nuts, and seeds, this energy booster can be made up to 1 week ahead. Serve it as a snack, or for breakfast with yogurt and any kind of seasonal fresh fruit.

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