APPLE PIE TOPPED OATMEAL

1 cup water

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1 dash salt

Apple Pie Topping:
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp chopped apple
1 dash apple pie spice

Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in the oats and salt. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, over medium heat for 5 minutes.
OR
Combine water, oats, and salt in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover tightly with heavy duty plastic wrap (or use a microwave bowl with lid, folding back enough of a small edge to allow steam to escape. Microwave on High for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Stir well.

Mix together the brown sugar, apple, and apple pie spice. Top the hot oatmeal with the apple mixture.

Yield: 1 serving

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HOMEMADE TOASTED MUESLI

2 cups old fashion oats
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup finely chopped dates
2 tbsp oat bran1 cup bran flakes
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup dark raisins
1 tbsp sugar or Splenda

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine the oats, sunflower seeds, and almonds in a 15 x 10-inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes until almonds are golden brown.

Put the chopped dates and oat bran in a large mixing bowl. Stir until dates are coated with the oat bran. Add the toasted oat mixture, the bran flakes, wheat germ, raisins, and sugar or Splenda. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. May be stored in an airtight container for breakfast with milk. Running late for an important meeting or school? Grab a baggie and take some for a quick breakfast on the run.

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