Maple Almond Matzo Granola

1. Gather the ingredients.

2. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line 2 large, rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.

3. In a large bowl, mix together the farfel, coconut, chopped almonds, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Drizzle evenly with the oil, maple syrup, and vanilla. Toss well, so the matzo farfel is well coated with the oil and syrup. 

4. Divide the farfel mixture evenly between the prepared baking sheets, spreading the mixture into a single layer.

5. Slide the baking sheets into the preheated oven. Bake, stirring and turning once or twice, for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the farfel, almonds, and coconut are toasty and golden brown. (Check near the end of the cooking time to be sure not to burn the mixture -- it can go from nicely toasted to overdone very quickly!)

6. Remove the baking sheets from the oven and set aside to cool. When the granola is cool, stir in the raisins. Transfer to a large mason jar or other airtight container. The granola will keep at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. 

7. Serve the granola with milk, yogurt, or ice cream, or snack on it out of hand. Or make a breakfast parfait by layering the granola with yogurt, and sliced bananas or berries. 

Make it a Meal

Passover entertaining isn't all about Seders. One of the nicest, easiest, and most unexpected ways to enjoy time with guests is to host a brunch buffet. Make a frittata or two, like this Zucchini Frittata, or these muffin-sized Mini Frittatas. Serve up some Smoked Salmon Matzo Brei with Greens and Onions, a selection of yogurts, this granola, fruit salad or berries, juices, coffee and tea. For dessert, offer a cookie platter with  Gluten Free Fudge Brownies, Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Coffee Meringues.