Crunchy Almond Granola *

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp kosher salt
4 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup almonds, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup chopped dried dates

Heat oven to 350.  Line a large baking sheet with foil.  In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, oil, vanilla and salt.  Add oats, almonds, dates and sunflower seeds and toss, making sure nuts and oats are well coated.  Pour mixture on prepared pan.  Bake, tossing once, until golden brown and crisp, about 20-25 minutes.  Let cool completely.

Makes 6 cups