Grandpa's Homemade Granola

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.

Stir oats, cereal, pecans, almonds, sunflower seeds, pepitas and coconut together in a large bowl.

Combine brown sugar, honey (or maple syrup), oil, cinnamon, ginger, salt and vanilla in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Transfer to a large roasting pan. Bake, stirring once or twice, until golden brown, about 1 1/2 hours. Cool completely before stirring in dried fruit. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.