Decadent Baked Oatmeal

Low fat, not too sweet and the almonds give it a nice crunch. Try substituting dried blueberries, currants or raisins for the dried cranberries. You can also vary the nuts by substituting walnuts or pecans. This makes an excellent dessert when topped with vanilla pudding (or yoghurt) and sliced fresh fruit - I use strawberries. This baked oatmeal can be divided into squares for reheating later with a little more added milk.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2  cups oatmeal
• 2  cups 1% low-fat milk
• 1⁄2 cup  slivered almonds
• 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries
• 1  apple, grated (I use Granny Smith)
• 4  tablespoons maple syrup
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1⁄8 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. Spray baking dish with non stick spray.
2. Mix all ingredients together in baking dish.
3. Cover and bake at 400 for 45 minutes.