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Instant Oatmeal
::3 cups quick oats
::1/2 cup packed brown sugar
::1/4 cup banachips
::1/4 raisins (but I used cherries)
cinnamon
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Dump everything together in a bowl
mix well.
Put in a closed container.
Take 1/2 cup put in a microwave safe dish.
Just cover with water.
Cook for 30 seconds, stir, cook an additional 25 seconds.
Enjoy.
I was thrilled when I found a recipe for making my own instant oatmeal.
It's not all that exciting, but since I'll eat oatmeal for breakfast most days it's a huge savings.
and I can put whatever dried fruit I wish in.
If you make your own - let me know what flavors you enjoy.