Gather 3 1/2 cups regular oatmeal 1 cup sunflower seeds 1 cup chocolate chips 2/3 cup melted butter 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup honey or molasses 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1. To toast oats, spread oatmeal on a cookie sheet or large baking pan. Bake at 350° F for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir occasionally. Remove oats from oven and allow to cool.
2. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl using a wooden spoon.
3. Press the mixture in a well-greased 9-by-13-inch pan. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes.

4. . Cool pan on a wire rack. Cut bars when cool.
5. Substitute different kinds of chips, nuts or raisins to discover your favorite flavor!

Kay M., 12,
Whitewood, South Dakota