Recipe: Maple-Nut Oatmeal with Apple, Raisins and Walnuts

MAPLE-NUT OATMEAL

"Loaded with vitamins, high in fiber, and naturally sweet, thanks to the pure maple syrup, oatmeal is a "stick-to-your-ribs" way to start the day."

3 1/2 cups fat free milk
2 cups old-fashioned oats, uncooked
1 tablespoon butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped, unpeeled apple
FOR SERVING:
Warm milk
Additional maple syrup or brown sugar

Bring milk to a low boil; stir in oats. Add butter and salt and cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and add maple syrup, raisins, walnuts, and apple. Mix well.

Serve in individual bowls with warm milk and a tablespoon of maple syrup or brown sugar on top.

Makes 4-6 servings
Source: 500 Treasured Country Recipes from Martha Storey and Friends by Martha Storey