Russian Oatmeal with Apples and Cinnamon (Soy-Free)

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Rolled Oats
• 3 cups Water
• 2 medium Apple
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Butter (Optional)

Instructions

1. 1In a medium saucepan, combine the 3 cups of water and the 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil, about 5-7 minutes.
2. 2Once the water is boiling, add the 1.5 cups of rolled oats. Stir them into the water, then reduce the heat to low. Let the oatmeal simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid. The oatmeal should be thick but still pourable.
3. 3While the oatmeal is simmering, prepare the apples. Wash and peel the 2 medium apples. Using a box grater or the shredding attachment of a food processor, grate the apples. You should have about 1.5 to 2 cups of grated apple.
4. 4Stir the grated apples and the 1 teaspoon of cinnamon into the cooked oatmeal. Continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the apples are slightly softened and the cinnamon is well distributed. The mixture will become slightly more liquid as the apples release their juice.
5. 5Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of honey until it is fully incorporated. If you are using the 1 tablespoon of butter, add it now and stir until it melts into the oatmeal.
6. 6Serve the Russian Oatmeal hot in bowls. You can add a little extra cinnamon on top if desired.

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