Maple-Cinnamon Oatmeal
Posted by Avi
Wednesday January 19, 2011It’s the middle of January. It’s cold. What better way to start the day than a hot bowl of oatmeal?
I grew up on this breakfast. I knew my friends were served far more coveted cereals like Lucky Charms – and I can’t say I wasn’t jealous — but secretly it didn’t bother me that my mother made hot cereal most mornings. I loved oatmeal and still do.
These days, the way I usually make it is simple: with raisins cooked in and a touch of salt to bring out the flavor of the oats.
But sometimes it’s good to mix it up. This recipe comes from Vegan Planet. Author Robin Robertson suggests serving it with soymilk plus an additional drizzle of maple syrup and dusting of cinnamon.
Maple-Cinnamon Oatmeal with Slivered Almonds & Dried Cranberries
For 4
4 cups water
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
¼ cup sweetened cranberries
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
1. Bring the water to a boil in a medium-size saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the oats, cinnamon, and salt. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Remove from the heat and stir in the cranberries and maple syrup. Cover and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. To serve, spoon the oatmeal into bowls and garnish with the almonds.
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