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Maple-Walnut Oatmeal

• 2 cups of 1% milk
• 3 cups of oatmeal (whole grain)
• 1/2 cup of dried apples, chopped
• 1/4 cup of maple syrup
• 1/4 cup of Splenda brown sugar blend
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cup water
• 1/2 cup of toasted walnuts, chopped

Combine the milk, oats, dried apples, syrup, salt and water in a 2 1/2 – to – 4 quart slow cooker.  Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or overnight (may cook on high for 2 to 3 hours).

Toast the walnuts in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant.  Tip onto a plate and let cool.

Divide the oatmeal among 4 bowls and sprinkle with the walnuts.

Note:  To cook on the stove top, combine the milk, oats, apples, maple syrup, and salt in a medium pot.  (May need to add a little water if they become to thick during the cooking process).  Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until the oats are tender.  Sprinkle with the walnuts.

*original recipe adapted from The Flat Belly Diet Cookbook.

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