Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

Making your oatmeal taste like pumpkin pie is as delicious as it is healthy! Pumpkin puree and spices add flavor without adding fat. Crunchy pecans and a touch of maple syrup add the finishing touches.

Total Time: 30 min. Prep Time: 5 min. Cooking Time: 25 min. Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients: 1¼ cups water ½ cup steel-cut oats (or old-fashioned rolled oats) ½ cup pumpkin puree ¼ tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 Tbsp. chopped pecans (or walnuts) 2 tsp. pure maple syrup (or raw honey) ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

Preparation: 1. Bring water to boil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add oats; cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat. 2. Add pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and pecans; mix well. 3. Divide evenly between two serving bowls; top each with maple syrup and ¼ cup almond milk.

Tip: When using old-fashioned rolled oats, reduce cooking time to 5 to 7 minutes.