Oatmeal - Banana Split Style

As winter approaches and we all begin to pick up the hot cereals again, the annoyance of their approaching boredom at the breakfast table begins to set in. The key to keeping hot cereals interesting and a staple to our winter diet, is to think about all the different things you like and put them together - just like you would on an ice cream sundae. Whether its cream of wheat, cream of rice, oatmeal, farina, or multigrain gruel the same principal applies. Try this one on for size!

1/2 cup Old fashion oats
1 cup water
1/2 banana, sliced
1 tablespoon walnuts/pecans/almonds, chopped
2 tablespoons dried cherries or 1/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup almond milk

1. In microwave safe bowl, nuke the water and oatmeal on high for 1 minute. Stir. Nuke again for 1 minute. Stir. (continue this process until oatmeal is at your desired thickness).
2. Top with nuts, banana slices, and cherries/strawberries. Pour almond milk over the whole thing - maybe a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar if you so desire - dive in!
ENJOY!