Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal

2⅓ cups water

Pinch of salt

1 medium apple, coarsely grated

½ teaspoon lemon juice

⅓ cup milk

½ teaspoon butter

Preparation

  1. Combine the oatmeal, water and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil.

  2. Add the grated apple and lemon juice and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Add the milk and butter. Stir well and cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately, perhaps with a sprinkle of brown sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup.