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Oatmeal

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Topics: Breakfast

Prep time: about 10 minutes

Ingredients:
  • 1 c. water
  • 1/2 c. rolled oats
  • dash of salt
  • 1/4 c. applesauce
  • pinch of cinnamon
  • 2 tsp. brown sugar
Directions:
  1. Pour the water, oats, and salt into a medium-size pot on the stovetop.
  2. Heat the mixture until it boils, then turn the heat to low.
  3. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the applesauce and cinnamon.
  4. Cook on low heat and continue to stir the mixture for 5 minutes.
  5. Pour the oatmeal into a bowl and sprinkle the brown sugar on top.
  6. Allow the oatmeal to cool for a minute before digging in.

Serves: 1

Serving size: 1 bowl

Updated and reviewed by: Steven Dowshen, MD
Date reviewed: May 2005

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

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