Apple Pecan Oatmeal

PREP TIME: 5 MINS

COOK TIME: 8 MINS

SERVES: ONE

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup whole grain old fashioned oats

1/2 cup milk (you can sub for non dairy)

1/2 cup water

1/2 tbs butter

1 tbs brown sugar

1 apple, peeled & diced

1/4 cup pecans 

1/2 tbs honey 

1 pinch salt

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1 dollop apple pecan butter (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a small saucepan, combine water, milk, oats, half of diced apples, cinnamon & nutmeg. Simmer until liquid has absorbed into the oats, stirring frequently to prevent burning, for about 6-8 minutes. Add honey to taste.

2. In a separate bowl, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the apples & brown sugar. Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally until the sugar has melted into a carmel-like consistency. Stir in the pecans.

3. Serve the oatmeal immediately, topped with the cartelized apples.  Enjoy!