Ingredients

  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 Empire apples or 2 pears, cubed
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups quick oats
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 1 pinch of cinnamon
  • 1 pinch of nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup pecans or other nuts, toasted and coarsely crushed

Method

  1. In a bowl, combine lemon juice and cut fruit, coating well to prevent browning. Set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, mix together water, oats, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  3. Bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, then incorporate milk and maple syrup.