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"This can also be made in the microwave. Just reduce the liquid to 2 and 1/2 cups. Microwave the stirred ingredients on high for 3 minutes in a covered microwaveable 2-quart casserole dish. Stir and microwave 3 minutes more."

"Nice site Mr Breakfast! I use it all the time. I hope you like my oatmeal!"

"This is kind of like a super delicious homemade Cream of Wheat style hot cereal - but with all the goodness of oat bran."

"You can substitute the apricots with any dried fruit you like. Enjoy!"

"You can replace the apples with equal an equal amount of blueberries or other fruit."

"Good served with tofu milk or hot applesauce."

"This is a super way to get extra omega-3 fatty acids in your diet (from the walnut oil and flax seeds) not to mention fiber, vitamins and minerals! (And the best part is that your kids or husband will never know it's healthy! Tastes just like banana bread oatmeal!)"

"My kids love this. They ask for it just as much as they do store-bought cereals. I hope you like it too."

"A healthy, no-sugar-added oatmeal recipe with lots of fruit and yumminess! Also has no cholesterol or bad fats."

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"Serve with a little milk on top for a creamier texture and taste."

"A fast and filling healthy breakfast to start the day right."

"It is best with nuts and craisins and I usually add more apples. I make a batch and this is my breakfast for the week. I have made it with and without the substitutions and there is no difference so it can be a very low fat and cholesterol meal. It also freezes very well. Great with cinnamon applesauce on the side."

"Who can resist this cinamonny-mapyle flavor? It's great and I have it every morning!"

"Any fruit at all can be used in this recipe. Also, you could try using orange or pineapple juice for a more tropical muesli."

"Healthy and delicious. Steel-cut oats take longer to cook than old fashioned oats, but it's worth the wait... especially when they're loaded with great stuff."

"You can replace the apricots with an equal amount of another dried fruit if you want to experiment."

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"A comforting cross between oatmeal and rice pudding. The egg adds a light custard flavor, but can be skipped if desired. This is a fun recipe to experiment with."

"Great for a quick warm breakfast. I find that this beats any store bought instant breakfast"

"Nutritious, delicious and easy to make. Homemade oatmeal in less than 10 minutes."

"Tastes just like a delicious no bake cookie. Even better after being refrigerated."

"Add skim-milk for a creamier consistency...Yum-o!"

"This recipe is so simple and delicious. The currants are sweet enough that no sugar is needed. Try it chilled in the fridge overnight."

"Just an easy recipe for from-scratch oatmeal. Make sure to use quick oats. Old Fashioned oats will require more cooking time... consult the package label for instructions."

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"This is my very favorite oatmeal. Once I ate this, cooked oatmeal took a vacation in my home. For a twist, use steel cut oats one morning. Either way you are getting plenty of fiber and a no-sugar option as well."

"Any dried fruit can replace the cranberries. This is just my favorite version."

"Each serving has about 350 calories. But if you're not on a diet, I really recommend adding 1 Tablespoon of vanilla icecream or coolwhip for the perfect final touch."

"Super fast. Super healthy. Super cheap. Super tasty."

"So simple. So healthy. I love my crockpot!"

"Tastes just like banana bread! For an interesting brunch idea - this is excellent with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!"

"This is very filling and warms you up on a cold day!"

"Try this with any fruit juice, apple and orange are my favourites"

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"This recipe will make 6 cups of oatmeal. It makes a great breakfast on a chilly morning with a refreshing glass of orange juice."

"This is a GREAT way to cut down on the sugar that's in those instant oatmeal packets. You can package it up into individual serving sizes in plastic ziploc snack bags! Great to take to the office or for kids to make!"

"For more low-carb recipes try Mr Breakfast's Low-Carb Breakfast Index."

"Did you know... Oatmeal contains a wide array of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and is a good source of protein, complex carbohydrates and iron."

"This is a quick maple and brown sugar oatmeal recipe for one person. It tastes so much better then the oatmeal from the packets. I hope you'll like it!"

"You can use water instead of apple juice or a mixture of the two. But the juice gives this oatmeal an overall apple flavor I think you'll like. Enjoy!"

"If you decide to add nuts... walnuts are my favorite but just about any kind would do. I also like to top off each serving with a drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!"

"This is a recipe I got from the Quaker Oatmeal people and kind of modified so it would be a little more mushier. I love it."

"This is like the deluxe version of the maple and brown sugar instant oatmeal that comes in those little packets. I try to serve oatmeal once a week. It's Heart Smart!"

"Serve warm with a splash of cool milk on top."

"The key to a smooth cereal is to grind the oats, barley and rice to a powdery texture and this needs to be done separately for each grain since some are harder in texture. If you have a spice or coffee grinder, they work great for grinding."

"A morning treat that helps keep you regular. Enjoy!"

"This is a GREAT comfort meal....warms you right up!"

"You can also cook the oats with milk instead of water, but I like to add the milk after to cool it down a bit. I also suggest using real maple syrup, although I havent been able to yet."

"Microwaves are all different. Please adjust timing accordingly if you know you run faster or slower."

"This is a real stick to your bones breakfast. I've done this with regular and all-natural peanut butter and other nuts spreads like almond, cashew and the like. I also use Silhouette yogurt with no sugar and low fat."

"You don't have to use apples and saltanas with this recipe. At the end you can serve it with any fruits (mango, kiwi, berries) and/or nuts."

"A quick and easy favorite at our house."

"I love this recipe. It kind of reminds me of pineapple upside down cake. Lightly sweet and fresh tasting."

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"This oatmeal is so good when you serve it with a little whipped cream or low fat ice cream on top - just like you'd have on pumpkin pie. Enjoy!"

"I use honey roasted peanuts because I often have them in the pantry. If you desire crushed nuts, place the nuts in a small plastic bag and crush with a flat object such as a rubber mallet or sturdy book.

If done properly, this recipe really does taste like an oatmeal cookie."

"Give the gift of breakfast... the gift of health... or just give yourself the gift of saving money on instant oatmeal!"

"Not only is it delicious and hearty, but it also promotes regularity."

"If you plan to sleep in, add an extra 1/3 cup of water for every hour over 8 that you leave the oatmeal unattended. It will help assure that the oatmeal isn't dry."

"A lot more lively than instant oatmeal. And we all know how good oatmeal is for us."

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"If it is too thick for your liking, you can always add some non-fat milk to it as well."

"This recipe is great for college students living in a dorm. Oats are cheap and go a long way, and the yogurt can be obtained from the single-serving cups that you can buy from the grocery store in assorted flavors. Quick, cheap, easy, filling, and nutritional... perfect for the busy college student!"

"Have a great breakfast!"

"Have a great breakfast!!!"

"Particularly good when you have sore teeth or mouth!"