Fruit and Nut Oatmeal

Ingredients

• •2 cups rolled oats
• •4 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• •1 medium ripe banana, sliced
• •1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• •1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• •2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• •1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• •Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water or milk to a boil.

2. 2

   Add 2 cups of rolled oats and a pinch of salt to the boiling liquid.

3. 3

   Stir well and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 5-10 minutes or until the oats reach your desired level of creaminess, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp of cinnamon if using.

5. 5

   Serve the oatmeal in individual bowls, topped with sliced banana, mixed berries, and chopped nuts.

6. 6

   Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired, and enjoy your healthy breakfast!