Apricot Cranberry Oatmeal with Walnuts

Apricot Cranberry Oatmeal with Walnuts

Ingredients:
1/2 cup dried apricots, diced; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 2 cups water; 2 cups reduced-fat milk; 1 cup Irish steel-cut oats; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup apple juice; 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted; Honey, as needed; Cinnamon, as needed; Cream, as needed

Recipe:
Bring water and milk to a boil in a medium saucepan; Add oats and salt, stirring frequently until mixture comes back to boil; Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes; Meanwhile, bring apple juice to a boil in a small saucepan; Add apricots and cranberries and cook a few minutes or until plump; Portion piping-hot oatmeal into 4 bowls and sprinkle evenly with plumped fruit and toasted walnuts; Serve with honey, cinnamon, and cream to add as needed.