Mimi's Oatmeal
Submitted by arismimi
Cold mornings, warm mornings, always eaten to the last oat. And so good for you. Just don't tell anyone.
- 1 medium apple
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 tbsp brown sugar, divided
- ½ cup "quick cooking" oats or regular oats
- 1 cup plus 2 tbsp water
Peel and thinly slice one medium apple.
In small microwavable bowl, add apple, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 2 tablespoons water.
Microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute until apple is soft.
Combine apple mixture, 1 cup water and ½ cup oats.
Microwave on high for 1-3 minutes until oats are cooked to your desired consistency.
Carefully remove from microwave and stir. Top with remaining butter and brown sugar and serve.
- You can substitute white sugar for the brown sugar.
- This recipe serves two adults and can be doubled exactly for a family of four.
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