It is my pleasure to host Harriet Hodgson and her new book on my blog site!

Homemade Granola with Apples and Cinnamon: Fresher, Healthier, Cheaper
Grocery stores carry many kinds of granola. All are tempting. When you read the ingredients label, you may discover the granola is high in fat, sugar, and salt. Some consumers find store-bought granola hard to chew because it’s not fresh. What’s a shopper to do? Making your own granola is the answer.
I came across this recipe years ago and modified it to suit my tastes and health needs. It has no salt and is lightly sweetened with honey. You make your own by adding dried fruit you like. Homemade Granola with Apples and Cinnamon tastes great on yogurt and surprisingly good on frozen yogurt.
INGREDIENTS
6 cups quick-cooking oatmeal
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons extra light olive oil
2 tablespoons apple juice
1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup dried fruit of choice: chopped apples, chopped apricots, chopped cherries, currants, raisins, blueberries, or reduced sugar cranberries
METHOD
- Heat oven to 300 degrees. Coat two cookie sheets with baking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine oatmeal, cinnamon, and almonds.
- In a small bowl, combine honey, olive oil, apple juice, and vanilla extract.
- Add wet mixture to oatmeal mixture and mix well.
- Pour granola into baking pans, spreading out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring several times, until granola starts to brown.
- Remove from oven and add dried fruit. Cool completely. Store in tightly sealed containers. Makes about 7 cups
That sounds YUMMY to me! Thank you for sharing, Harriet!

Author Bio: Harriet Hodgson has been a freelance writer for 38 years, is the author of thousands of print/online articles, and 37 books. Hodgson is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists and the Alliance of Independent Authors. She has appeared on more than 185 radio talk shows, including CBS Radio, and dozens of television stations, including CNN. A popular speaker, she has given presentations at public health, Alzheimer’s, bereavement, and caregiving conferences. She lives in Rochester, Minnesota with her husband, John. Please visit www.harriethodgson.com for more information about this busy wife, mother, grandmother, caregiver, speaker, and author
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IndieBound paperback http://bit.ly.2TBRpol
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I read about Harriet’s wonderful book on another site too, Jan. It sounds like a great read. And thanks for the granola recipe, Harriet. Yum. 😀
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Thanks, Diana. Yes, when we do these blog tours, they pop up on a lot of the sites we all follow. 🙂 It almost seems like recycling sometimes. Thanks SO much for leaving a comment for Harriet!
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That sounds delicious, Jan. Best wishes to Harriet. Hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan!
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It made me hungry reading it! I might have to try it.
Thanks for hosting Jan:)
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Me too, Denise! Especially with Fall on the way! I can just smell it baking. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by!
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I love Harriet’s book. This is a delicious granola recipe, Harriet. Thank you for hosting, Jan!
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I agree, Miriam! Thank so much for stopping by and leaving a comment for Harriet!
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You’re welcome, Jan. We’re here for each other.
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Let’s put the comma in there: Thanks, Harriet and Jan!
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Lol!! Have you attended Nonnie’s grammar school, Stephen? 🙂
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What a lovely post! Thanks Harriet and Jan
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What a great recipe, huh, Stephen? Thanks so much for stopping by!
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Thanks for hosting Jan. I appreciate your kindness.
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It truly is a pleasure, Harriet!
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Wow, this looks like an excellent recipe. Thank you for sharing, Harriet.
Thank you for hosting, Jan. This has been a fun read!
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I agree, Gwen! It looks yummy! Thanks for stopping by!
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Hi, Harriet! I love granola so was really excited about your recipe. Thanks for sharing it with us. Jan, thanks for hosting!
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I agree, Nonnie! This recipe is one to save!! Thanks so much for stopping by!
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Best wishes Harriet. Thanks, Jan for hosting Harriet today.
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Thanks for stopping by, John!
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Thought there would be some cookies.
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Lol, John! No, just granola. 🙂
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