30 August 2011

Warm Cranberry-Walnut Oatmeal


I mentioned this breakfast two weeks ago in a weekend update. John and I were craving something warm and homey, and something that reminded us of cool weather because we were/are  getting so tired of the boiling temperatures we've been having here in Florida. This homemade oatmeal really hit the spot and kept us full for hours. My blog friend Sienna recommended I post the actual recipe for it, and I promised I would. Sienna, I hope you enjoy this oatmeal on a cool day in London!


Warm Cranberry-Walnut Oatmeal
Serves 2

2 cups raw oats
1 cup water
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp cinnamon
a dash of salt
Maple syrup to your desired taste


Directions:
Boil water and add oats, bring to low simmer and stir until thickened (about 8-12 minutes). Stir in toppings and serve warm! Easy peasy!



Question of the Day:
Do you have a go-to, from scratch, breakfast recipe?




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27 comments:

  1. AmYaroundthecornerAugust 30, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Please don't think I'm bragging when I say this, but it was 57* in Columbus this morning-- Brrr. I am currently blasting my space heater and enjoying a 2nd cup of coffee (and doing my best to send y'all some "cooler weather vibes" down south!) This oatmeal would have been a lovely treat!

    I am not sure that I have any good "from scratch" breakfast recipes to share -- but Jon's dad makes this fantastic quiche every Christmas morning.... I'll have to get the recipe for that :)

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  2. ValAugust 30, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I eat oatmeal for breakfast about 4 times a week and this is going on next weeks meal plan!! YUM

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  3. The Olive Tree BlogAugust 30, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I don't even like oatmeal however this looks so good and full of flavor!!! My husband makes the best waffles and pancakes from scratch! I like scones and pumpkin bread from scratch!

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  4. sherri lynnAugust 30, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    This sounds really good! I might do pecans instead of walnuts but looks prefect for fall!

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  5. TexaGermaFinlaNadianAugust 30, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I can make French Toast. Does that count as 'from scratch'?? haha. I just like the basics. Eggs and toast. But this sounds delish. And more like a cookie than a healthy breakfast!

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  6. Hilliary MeisnerAugust 30, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    This looks fabulous, I eat oatmeal every morning. It is one of those foods that can keep me full till lunch! My go to breakfast is oatmeal with banana and peanut butter!

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  7. onesixthreechirpAugust 30, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    It is a healthy meal! :D

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  8. onesixthreechirpAugust 30, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Thanks for your lovely comment.
    It's okay. Thanks for catching up my little blog. :D
    Waiting to see your next post ;)

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  9. Mikelle JadeAugust 30, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    your husband is a lucky man, you always cook the most delicious food!

    and I eat every morning, though I'm not sure it always qualifies as breakfast!

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  10. henning loveAugust 30, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    yum that oatmeal looks delicious!

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  11. BrissaAugust 30, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    oh my heavens, you really do cook the most delicious things. every time i see a picture my stomach grumbles and my mouth waters.
    i want to be your neighbor and have fancy dinner parties. i promise i'd cook too.

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  12. LauraAugust 30, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Mmm that looks so yummy!!! Love oatmeal and so good with fruit and nuts!!

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  13. amy graceAugust 30, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    This oatmeal looks great! I'm not a huge oatmeal fan - the consistency freaks me out, but the added crunch of the walnuts and chewiness of the cranberries would probably help me with that!!

    Yeah, it's currently 76 degrees, but it was like 65 this morning! Gorgeous! We've been having super awesome fall temps the last few weeks, but it's supposed to get back up to 80's later!

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  14. AlanaAugust 30, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Ooh this looks so warm and yummy!

    As for your question, I don't have a go-to, from scratch anything! But I'm adding it to my 25 to 25 list. :)

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  15. Meghan @ Wishful ThinkingAugust 30, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    I looooovveee oatmeal! This is perfect comfort food! P.S - made your quinoa lunch for the week, it's delicious! Thanks for the recipe!

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  16. Leslie *Fresh Out of Lemons*August 30, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Oh man, that looks incredible! My breakfast go to is the quick pack of microwave oatmeal, though I do add fruit and granola. ;)

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  17. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Sounds so good right now!

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  18. Oh my Dior!August 30, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I love how it sounds so yummy!

    http://www.ohmydior.org/

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  19. Stephanie @ henry happenedAugust 30, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    I love, love oatmeal for breakfast. A little brown sugar makes it soooo yummy!

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  20. Vanisha @ Vanisha's Life in...FijiAugust 31, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    You always have the nicest (and healthiest) recipes!

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  21. AnneAugust 31, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    Will be starting to eat oatmeal again for breakfast now that the weather is getting colder.This looks yummy!!
    ~Anne

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  22. cailen ascherAugust 31, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    mmm...that looks delish! i just love homemade oatmeal. i have overnights pretty much every morning for breakfast. the night before i mix 1/2 mashed banana with dash of cinnamon & nutmeg and 1/2 cup oats. then i mix in 1/2 cup soy milk and cover it in the fridge over night. in the morning, i reheat it and add a tbsp of peanut butter and more cinnamon. AMAZING!!!

    cute blog - i'm your 200th follower!!!
    cheers,
    cailen
    www.cailenascher.blogspot.com

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  23. Jessica DoughertySeptember 1, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I've made oatmeal like this in the rice cooker as well - which is super easy and comes out delicious every time! Throwing it out there if anyone has a rice cooker - it does tons more than rice!

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  24. UnknownSeptember 1, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    I normally have oatmeal with blueberries, but this sounds amazing! I'm going to have to give it a try!

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    this looks so warm and comforting right now.

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  26. LeeLeeSeptember 1, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Sounds delicious, definitely going to give it a try tomorrow.

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  27. SaraSeptember 2, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    Wow these looks amazing, I’m sure it taste as good as it looks, I have to tray this receipt ASAP; it doesn’t seem so hard to do so I will give it a tray one of these days! Your blog is lovely and I'm a new follower! Hope you'll like my blog and follow back!

    Pop Culture&Fashion Magic

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