Apricot-Cranberry Oatmeal with Walnuts
Posted by Chef at The Food Channel®
From The Kitchens of The Food Channel
- Prep Time:5 minutes
- Cook Time:35 minutes
- Serves:4
Start your day off with a wholesome bowl of Irish steel-cut oatmeal loaded with the goodness of multiple superfoods!
Why try? Dried fruit is a convenient alternative to fresh fruits during the winter months and makes an excellent, nutrient-rich topping for a bowl of healthy whole grain oatmeal.
Foodie Byte: If you don’t have time to prepare the steel cut oats, substitute quick cooking oats and follow the package directions for 4 servings.
Read more about it. Discover the Top Ten Good Things About Oats.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 348, Protein 11.4g, Carbohydrate 57.0g (Dietary Fiber 4.6g), Sugar 16.0g, Fat 10.2g, (Saturated Fat 2.4g), Cholesterol 10.0mg, Sodium 128.2mg. % Daily Value: Calcium 15%, Iron 15%, Vitamin A 45%, Vitamin C 4%.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups reduced-fat milk
- 1 cup Irish steel-cut oats
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup apple juice
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, diced
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- Honey, as needed
- Cinnamon, as needed
- Cream, as needed
Preparation
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1Bring water and milk to a boil in a medium saucepan.
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2Add oats and salt, stirring frequently until mixture comes back to boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
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3Meanwhile, bring apple juice to a boil in a small saucepan. Add apricots and cranberries; cook a few minutes or until plump.
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4Portion piping-hot oatmeal into 4 bowls and sprinkle evenly with plumped fruit and toasted walnuts.
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5Serve with honey, cinnamon, and cream to add as needed.
Additional Info
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