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Warm mixed berries topped with a crispy granola topping—it's simply delicious!

Prep Time:10 min
Start to Finish:1 hr
Makes: 9 servings

1 bag (8 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic blueberries
1 bag (10 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic strawberries
1 bag (10 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic raspberries
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups organic oats… Continue

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