CHRISTMAS MORNING OATMEAL

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When I first tried this dish, I was convinced I was eating yummy apple crisp for breakfast. I even cut down on the butter, but this hearty oatmeal remained moist and scrumptious, and so convenient when cooked overnight. -Monica Lord, Collegeville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 7h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 medium apples, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 cups old-fashioned oats
2 cups water
2 cups cranberry-apple juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional toppings: Chopped pecans, dried cranberries or sliced apples

Steps:

Combine brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add apples and cranberries; toss to coat. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Dot with butter., In a large bowl, combine oats, water, juice and salt; pour over apple mixture. Cook, covered, on low until liquid is absorbed, 7-8 hours. Serve warm; top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.