A nutty version of a nutritious classic

1 1/2 cups fat free or low-fat milk
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup fat-free or low-fat milk, warmed
4 teaspoons slivered almonds

Directions:
In a medium saucepan, bring milk, apricots, brown sugar, and cinnamon to a gentle boil. Add extract and oatmeal, mix to coat grains, return to simmer, lower heat, and cook uncovered for 5 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed. Portion into two bowls, pour warmed milk over top, and sprinkle with slivered almonds.

Nutrition:
340 calories; 5g fat; 0g saturated fat; 5mg cholesterol; 16g protein; 57g carbohydrate; 6g fiber; 120mg sodium; 270mg calcium (25% of daily value). Nutrition figures based on using fat-free milk.

From WhyMilk.com
Mooo News January 2009