With the holidays in full force, this makes a great time of year to do some baking.
One option would be delicious, warm, spiced granola that may remind you of gingerbread.
It is gluten-free and delicious with milk, on oatmeal or in cookies.
Happy holidays to all and to all a good night. 
Ingredients
* 4 cups rolled oats
* ½ cup olive oil
* 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
* 1 teaspoon ground ginger
* ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
* 1 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/3 cup real maple syrup
* 1 cup pecans
* 1/3 cup molasses (optional)
* ½ cup raisins
* 1/3 cup chopped candied ginger (optional but delicious)
* 1/3 cup of dried cherries
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
Cooking
Place on a lined cookie sheet in a preheated oven (350 degrees).
Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown (keep an eye on it the last few minutes).
It will stay fresh for 1-2 weeks.
Makes a great gift.
Holiday photo credit: Pixabay.com
