Spiced Apple Oatmeal with Maple and Walnuts

Spiced Apple Oatmeal with Maple and Walnuts

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Author: Madeline Bertarelli

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Fall is here and the desire for warm foods is increasing. Not to mention, a nourishing bowl of oatmeal is the epitome of cozy. Discover Spiced Apple Oatmeal with Maple and Walnuts made with local ingredients! Below makes a batch of two (I'm always batch cooking!). Share with someone you love or reheat the leftovers for breakfast the next morning.

Ingredients

• 1 local apple
• 1 tsp Vermont Creamery Butter
• 1/2 tsp Pure Indian Foods Ceylon Cinnamon
• 1 pinch Pure Indian Foods Ground Nutmeg
• 2 cups spring water
• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• Pinch of sea salt
• 2 Tbsp dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 Tbsp April's Maple Syrup

Instructions

1. Chop the apple into ½-inch pieces. Add about ¾ of the apple pieces to a small saucepot with the butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sauté over medium heat for a few minutes, or just until the apples begin to soften.
2. Add the spring water to the pot. Place a lid on top, turn the heat up to medium-high, and allow the water to come up to a boil.
3. Once the water reaches a boil, stir in the oats, dried cranberries, and salt. Turn the heat down to medium-low and continue to simmer the oats for about 5 minutes, or until thickened.
4. When the oats have thickened, stir in the chopped walnuts and maple syrup. Taste and adjust the sweetness to your liking. Top with the remaining chopped apples. Serve warm and enjoy!