Cinnamon-Raisin Oatmeal

Makes 4 servings

Hearty, old-fashioned rolled oats in the morning will keep you satisfied until lunchtime. Raisins add a bit of natural sweetness with no added sugar.

4 cups water
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
¹/₂ cup raisins
¹/₂ teaspoon cinnamon
¹/₄ teaspoon salt
fortified vanilla soy- or rice milk (optional)

Combine all ingredients, except non-dairy milk, in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, or until cooked to your liking. Serve plain or with vanilla soy- or rice milk, if desired.

Variations:
~~~For Cinnamon-Apricot Oatmeal, replace raisins with 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots. Cook as directed.
~~~For Cinnamon-Apple Oatmeal, reduce water to 3 1/4 cups and replace raisins with 1 apple, peeled and coarsely chopped. Cook as directed.