Toasted oatmeal with almonds, raisins and apples

Ingredients

• 1 T. slivered or sliced almonds
• 1/2 c. old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant)
• 1 c. nonfat milk (or substitute, such as water)
• 1 medium apple, cored and diced
• 1 T. seedless raisins
• 1 tsp. brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

Preheat a small saucepan on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until just hot. Add almonds and toast for 1 minute. Add oats and toast for 1-2 more minutes, until almonds and oats are just golden and almonds give off a nutty aroma. Shake the pan often to prevent burning.

Add milk (or substitute) and bring to a simmer. Stir in the apple, raisins, sugar and cinnamon, then cover and cook 5 minutes, until milk (or substitute) is absorbed, stirring frequently. Serve warm.