BREAKFAST GRANOLA

2 tablespoons clear honey

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

110g/4oz rolled oats

2 tablespoons wheatgerm (from health food shops)

25g/1oz hazelnuts, chopped

2 tablespoons desiccated coconut

25g/1oz stoned dates, chopped

25g/1oz raisins

2-3 bananas, apples or oranges,

peeled and chopped

150ml/¼ pint yoghurt

1. Put the honey and oil in a large bowl and microwave on medium heat for 30 seconds. Gently mix in oats, wheatgerm, hazelnuts and coconut.
2. Remove turntable from microwave, cut a circle of non-stick baking parchment to fit and turn the mixture on to it. Carefully lift the turntable back into the oven.
3. Microwave on medium for 4-5 minutes until mixture is lightly browned, stirring every minute to prevent hotspots burning. Granola continues to brown after the oven is switched off, so don’t overcook it.
4. Add the dates and raisins, stir well, then cover and leave to stand for 1 minute. Allow to cool.
5. Divide the granola between cereal bowls, allowing 1 to 2 tablespoons per person. Serve with chopped fruit and top each portion with a little yoghurt. Store any left-over granola in an airtight jar to keep it crisp.