JANUARY 21ST: GRANOLA BARS

Grab & Go Cranberry Granola Bars

Preheat oven to 325°. Spray 9×13” metal baking pan with cooking spray. Line pan with foil, leaving 2” overhang; spray foil. Spread 2 c. old-fashioned oats on plate; microwave on HIGH, in 1 minute intervals, 4-5 minutes or until fragrant and golden, stirring occasionally. Let cool. In large bowl, whisk ½ c. honey, ½ c. vegetable oil, 2 Tbsp. water, 2 large egg whites, 2 Tbsp. packed light brown sugar, 1 tsp. ground cinnamon and ½ tsp. salt until well blended. Fold in oats and ¾ c. each toasted wheat germ, chopped walnut and dried cranberries; transfer to prepared pan. Using wet hands, press into even layer. Bake 28-30 minutes or until golden. Cool in pan on wire rack. Using foil, transfer to cutting board; cut into 16 bars. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days or freeze up to 1 month. Makes 16 bars.