Name: Overnight Oatmeal
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups large flake oats (375 mL, oatmeal); 2 tsp flaxseed (ground, 10 mL); 2 1/2 cups milk (625 mL); 3 1/2 cups water (875 mL); 1/3 cup dried dates (diced, 80 mL); 1/3 cup dried apples (diced, 80 mL); 1 tsp ground cinnamon (5 mL); 1/3 cup brown sugar (80 mL); 3 tbsp slivered almonds (toasted, 45 mL)

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Overnight Oatmeal

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Get a head start with this easy breakfast recommended by the team of Registered Dietitians at Dairy Farmers of Canada for busy families.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups large flake oats 375 mL, oatmeal
2 tsp flaxseed ground, 10 mL
2 1/2 cups milk 625 mL
3 1/2 cups water 875 mL
1/3 cup dried dates diced, 80 mL
1/3 cup dried apples diced, 80 mL
1 tsp ground cinnamon 5 mL
1/3 cup brown sugar 80 mL
3 tbsp slivered almonds toasted, 45 mL

Instructions

In a re-sealable container, combine the oats, flaxseed, milk and water. Refrigerate overnight. Early in the morning, pour the mixture into a saucepan and add the dried fruit and cinnamon. Cook on low for approximately 15 minutes while stirring often. Add brown sugar and serve with the slivered almonds.