Recipe of the Week: Abby's favorite oatmeal

I've become an oatmeal addict.  For the first time in my life I've eaten oatmeal more than 1-2 times/year.  In fact, I've had it almost every morning for the past three weeks.  It all started when, on a whim, I ordered the McDonald's new oatmeal, in an effort to keep on track with my weight watchers.  It was delicious. 

And so, when my parents delivered a half gallon of maple syrup from my aunt and uncle's sugar bush (more on that in another post) I decided to make it at home for myself.  It's still delicious and I look forward to making it almost every morning.

Abby's Favorite Oatmeal:

1/2 cup quick cooking oatmeal (simply because I'm hungry when I wake up and can't wait too long)
1 cup water
1 T pure maple syrup (sometimes less, but always at least 1.5 tsp in order to get the flavor)

Toppings:
1/2 chopped apple (with peel)
7-8 craisins
1/8 cup chopped almonds/walnuts/etc. 

Pour oats and water into small pan and turn on medium high heat.  Once it begins to "boil" add maple syrup and stir.  Let it bubble for another 1-2 minutes, until the oats look slightly mushy (it's delicious, I promise!).  Pour into bowl and dump on the toppings.  Enjoy!

WW points = 7

It's very filling and super yummy.  Plus, warm food always makes me feel more full, which I know it's mostly psychological, but if it works, it works.