my first entry: breakfast!
this can be made at any time of year. Best Ever Granola makes about 6 cups 4 tablespoons walnut oil, divided ¾ cup (packed) dark brown sugar ¼ cup egg whites ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt 3 cups organic old-fashioned oats 1 cup walnut halves, broken in half ½ cup flaxseed meal 1 cup pitted dates, coarsely chopped or torn into pieces ¼ cup honey 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush heavy large rimmed baking sheet with 2 tablespoons oil. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil, sugar, egg whites, and salt in large bowl. Add oats, walnuts, and flaxseed; toss well. 2. Spread mixture evenly on prepared sheet. Bake 15 minutes. Using metal spatula, stir granola. Bake 15 minutes longer. Stir again. Sprinkle dates over; drizzle with honey. Bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes longer. Stir to loosen. Transfer to clean baking sheet to cool completely. Can be made 1 week ahead. Keep chilled in airtight container. from bon appetit