OVERNIGHT FLAX OATMEAL

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Fans of the healthy benefits of flaxseed will enjoy this hearty oatmeal. It's full of yummy raisins and dried cranberries, too.-Susan Smith, Ocean View, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 7h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon molasses
Optional: Sliced almonds, whole milk and additional molasses

Steps:

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until liquid is absorbed and oatmeal is tender. If desired, top with sliced almonds, whole milk and additional molasses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein.