Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Easy Apple Cinnamon Oats


My obsession with apples this season continues!

This apple oatmeal was super easy to make (only 5 minutes of hands-on time) -- and steel cut oats are incredbily good for you, a great whole grain that's full of fiber and perfect for starting your morning. If you don't have steel cut, regular oats work great too -- just make sure you follow the instructions on the package.

Servings: Two

What You'll Need:
  • 1/2 cup uncooked steel-cut oats
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 individual portion of unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • Optional: 1/2 an apple
Step-by-Step:
  1. Heat water on the stove until it starts to bubble/boil.
  2. Add oats -- lower heat and let cook for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir, then let cook for 5 more minutes until water level has lowered significantly.
  4. Stir again -- when there is barely any water left in the pot -- turn off the heat.
  5. Stir in the applesauce and cinnamon. (If you have no applesauce, chop up some apple and mix it in the oatmeal with the cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of sugar.)
  6. Top with apple slices.
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Totally make-beforeable (I made that up,) this dish is perfect for evenings where you know your morning will be crazy, but still want something tasty and nutritious. Simply put it in some tuppleware in your fridge, and grab it on the go. Enjoy :)

xoxo n

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