SPICED PUMPKIN OATMEAL

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Good oatmeal can be a revelation, with grains that are tender and plump but that retain their toothsomeness and shape. And of course, it is good for you, being high in calcium, iron, protein and fiber and low in salt and calories. This version is a homey, not-too-sweet nod to the pumpkin spice trend.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories breakfast, brunch, weekday, one pot, main course

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
4 1/2 cups low-fat milk or water
1 1/2 cups steel-cut oats
3/4 teaspoon salt
Warm apple sauce, optional
Chopped fresh apple, optional
Apple cider syrup, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan over low heat, toast allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger, stirring occasionally until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in brown sugar, then add pumpkin and stir to combine. Add milk or water, raise heat and bring mixture to a simmer. Stir in oats, and simmer over medium heat until tender but not mushy, about 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in salt.
Serve with applesauce, apple and syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 201, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 377 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams