Updated Healthier Oatmeal

I do love oatmeal. I can't say it enough. If you're looking for a quick crock-pot recipe, click here. If you're looking for a healthier version that would fit in the Daniel Plan, this is your recipe. Since this has oats it is not for the detox.

Added bonus....you can get all the ingredients for this recipe at Aldi's!

Steel cut oatmeal

2 cups milk (can use cow's milk, almond milk or coconut milk)
4 cups water

1 large pear, chopped (I keep the peel on for added fiber)

1 cup steel-cut oats
1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup raisins (optional)

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

In a large pot, heat milk and water over medium heat. Once it is almost boiling, add salt, pears, and oats and turn to low heat. Stir occasionally. Once oats are almost done cooking and liquid is mostly absorbed (approx 45 minutes) add cinnamon, nutmeg, and raisins. Cook another 15 minutes and keep stirring occasionally to mix everything together and prevent burning. Serve with walnuts on top. I usually add more milk, especially if reheating. I also like to add berries if omitting raisins. Makes approximately 6 servings.

To make this more Daniel Plan friendly, you need to add protein. In the Daniel Plan book they add chia seeds. I have not tried their recipe yet as I am still in the detox phase but am eager to!