Growing Oatmeal From Hungry-Girl.Com

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   Combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats and a dash of salt in a nonstick pot. Add 1 cup fat-free milk (or milk alternative) and 1 cup of water.

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   Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook and stir until thick and creamy, 12 - 15 minutes.

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   Transfer to a medium bowl, and let slightly cool and thicken. Stir in any mix-ins, and top with optional toppings!

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   Mix-ins:

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   * low-sugar fruit preserves (1 tablespoon = 25 calories, 0g fat).

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   * reduced-fat peanut butter (1 tablespoon = 90 calories, 6g fat).

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   * canned pure pumpkin (1/4 cup = 20 calories and 0g fat).

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   TOPPINGS.

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   Mix 'n match --

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    * chopped or sliced fruit (nutritional info varies, but you can't go wrong!).

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    * chopped or sliced nuts (average, 1 tablespoon = 50 calories, 5.4g fat).

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    * mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (1 teaspoon = 23 calories, 1.3g fat).

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    * fat-free, low-fat, or light caramel dip (1 tablespoon = 55 calories, <0.5g fat).

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    * raisins (1 tablespoon = 32 calories, 0g fat).

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    * shredded sweetened coconut (1 tablespoon = 35 calories, 2.2g fat).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.