Oatmeal with Apple and Apricots
Forget prepackaged oatmeal, which can be pricey and ordinary. Buy rolled oats in bulk for just pennies and prepare them yourself for a delicious and hearty breakfast that's ready in just 5 minutes. Whole rolled oats are not just cheap, they are also extremely nutritious, offering loads of fiber, protein, potassium, and magnesium. The texture is chewy and apple adds some crunch while apricots give it tang.
Makes 2 Servings
- 96¢ per serving
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1
apple, peeled 75¢
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2
cups
water 2¢
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1
pinch
salt 1¢
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1
cup
whole rolled oats 40¢
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1
teaspoon
cinnamon (to taste) 10¢
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1
teaspoon
brown sugar (to taste) 1¢
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1
ounce
dried apricots, chopped 64¢
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Total Cost:
$1.93
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Per Serving:
96¢
Prep Time: About 5 minutes
Cook Time: About 5 minutes
Instructions:
- Chop 3/4 of the apple into bite-size pieces. Cut the rest of the apple into very thin slices and set aside.
- Bring 2 cups of water (or slightly more, depending on desired oatmeal consistency) to a boil in a saucepan. Add a pinch of salt and the chopped apple and cook 1-2 minutes. Add the oats, return to a boil, stir, and turn heat to low. Simmer about 5 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally until the water is absorbed.
- Add cinnamon, brown sugar to taste, and chopped apricots and stir. Garnish with the remaining apple slices and serve.
Notes:
- Note: For gluten-free oatmeal, be sure that your oats are labeled gluten-free, as not all varieties are.