Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 cup oatmeal (230 grams)

Ingredients

• 2 cups (490 grams) low-fat milk
• 1 cup (240 grams) water
• 2 1/2 cups (200 grams) uncooked quick oats (certified gluten-free, if necessary)
• 1/4 cup (60 grams) canned pumpkin puree (certified gluten-free, if necessary)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 2 tablespoons honey

NOTE: No pumpkin spice? No problem! Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg to the oatmeal instead.

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine milk and water and heat over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes. Add oats, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, salt and pumpkin pie spice to the pot, then stir until well combined. Allow the oatmeal to simmer for 2–3 minutes.
2. If the oatmeal is too thick, stir in a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
3. Add honey, and stir. Enjoy!

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 284; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 8mg; Sodium: 231mg; Carbohydrate: 45g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 17g; Protein: 13g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 267mg; Iron: 14%; Vitamin A: 40%; Vitamin C: 6%; Calcium: 21%