Mix in melted coconut oil, honey, and syrup (syrup is optional - can be all honey, all read maple syrup, or whatever sweetener you prefer. Healthiest would be either real maple, honey, or a blend of the two).
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Stir in the oats, making sure to coat all of them with the wet ingredients.
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Stir in the pecans and coconut.
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Spread mixture on a parchment paper-lined (or Pam-sprayed) cookie sheet (one with sides is best). Make sure it''s spread evenly in a thin layer.
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Place in preheated oven for about 45 minutes, stirring after the first 20 minutes. Keep an eye on it - the coconut can go from perfectly browned to burned in the blink of an eye. The granola is finished when it takes on a golden brown color, but before it gets very dark brown.
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Allow to cool on the cookie sheet, and then store in an airtight container in a cool dry place. Serve by itself as a snack, or with yogurt, fruit, or milk. Add-ins can be any dried fruit (add after cooking, not before), or wheat germ, flax, and/or substitute your favorite nuts instead of the pecans. Also delicious crumbled over ice cream.
