Slow Cooker, Apple, Cinnamon Steel-cut Oatmeal

Keywords: slow-cooker breakfast fall

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Ingredients (4 servings)

• 2 apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2 inch pieces (2-1/2 to 3 c. chopped)
• 1-1/2 c. fat-free milk (or substitute non-dairy alternative like almond like milk)
• 1-1/2 c. water
• 1 c. uncooked steel-cut oats
• 2 Tblsp. brown sugar (or substitute maple syrup or other desired sweetener)
• 1-1/2 Tblsp. butter, cut into pieces
• 1/2 tsp. or more cinnamon
• 1 Tblsp. ground flax seed
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• Optional garnishes: chopped nuts, raisins, maple syrup, additional milk or butter

Instructions

Coat inside of 3-1/2 quart (or larger) slow cooker with cooking spray. Add all ingredients (except optional toppings) to slow cooker. Stir, cover, and cook on low for approx. 7 hours (slow cooker times can vary). Spoon oatmeal into bowls; add optional toppings, if desired. Store leftovers in refrigerator. Freezes well.

To reheat single servings: Put 1-cup cooked oatmeal in microwave proof bowl. Add 1/3 c. fat-free milk. Microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Continue cooking for another minute, or until hot.

Recipe can be doubled in 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Increase cooking time 1 hour.

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