APPLE, CINNAMON & WALNUT OATMEAL

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This hearty, delicious recipe is excellent right out of the pot, but I also make this ahead and re-heat it during the week for a quick and filling breakfast.

Provided by bastet

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter (preferably unsalted)
1 large apple, diced (Granny Smith works great)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons water
4 cups water (*)
2 cups organic rolled oats (*)
cinnamon, to taste
sugar

Steps:

  • *Note:Oatmeal ingredients and cooking instructions based off my favorite brand of rolled oats and may vary from your own; I recommend following your own brand's directions to make 4 servings.
  • Over medium heat, melt butter in skillet.
  • Add apples and walnuts and sauté for a couple of minutes, then add pumpkin pie seasoning and cinnamon.
  • Continue to sauté for another minute, stirring continuously.
  • Once apples have softened a bit, add brown sugar and 2 tablespoons water.
  • Continue to sauté for a few more minutes, until apples are"al dente".
  • Remove from heat.
  • Bring 4 cups water to a boil, add oats.
  • Cook for 10-20 minutes over medium heat, depending on your desired thickness.
  • When oatmeal is about 80% of your desired thickness, add apple mixture and mix in well.
  • Add cinnamon and sugar to taste.
  • Remove from heat and let stand until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Serve with a little bit of your favorite milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.6, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 54.4, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 19.6, Protein 7.9

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