Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 2 cups Certified Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
• 2-4 tablespoons Maple Syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter (or vegan butter)
• 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (optional)
• 1/4 cup Raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples and cinnamon, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the apples are slightly softened.

2. 2

   Add water, milk, and salt to the saucepan and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Stir in the gluten-free rolled oats, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are cooked and the mixture has thickened.

4. 4

   Stir in brown sugar and vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and let stand for a few minutes to thicken further.

6. 6

   Serve hot, topped with maple syrup, chopped nuts, and raisins (if desired).