Apricot-Walnut Oatmeal

DonitaK's Note:

My husband and I eat this every morning M-F. The oatmeal is low sodium, low sugar, high fiber. The apricots are high Vit A (beta carotene), the walnuts are high Vit E. Without honey, it's quite bland. Honey, I feel, is a better choice than sugar because it is antiseptic and is thought to help with allergies, from which my DH does suffer.

• Total Time: 16 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 16 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• 1 1⁄3; cups water
• 6 dried apricots
• 2⁄3; cup regular oatmeal (not quick cooking)
• ½ cup walnut pieces
• 2 tablespoons honey

Directions:

1. Combine water and apricots in a small sauce pan. Cover and heat on high to boiling, about 6 minutes.
2. Add oatmeal. Turn heat down to just a bit above the lowest setting. Insert a toothpick under the lid to prevent boilover. Cook for 10 minutes.
3. Spoon into two bowls. Add 1/4 cup walnuts and 1 Tbsp honey to each bowl. Stir and enjoy.