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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 162.8
  • Total Fat: 3.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 3.3 mg
  • Sodium: 29.9 mg
  • Total Carbs: 29.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.4 g
  • Protein: 5.6 g

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Apple-Cinnamon Slow Cooker Oatmeal

Submitted by: CHEF_MEG
Apple-Cinnamon Slow Cooker Oatmeal

Introduction

Start the week off right with sweet and creamy slow cooker oats for breakfast. The evaporated milk adds such creaminess that you'll think you're having pudding for breakfast. Start the week off right with sweet and creamy slow cooker oats for breakfast. The evaporated milk adds such creaminess that you'll think you're having pudding for breakfast.
Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    2 cups rolled oats
    1 teaspoon cinnamon
    2 Granny smith apples, peeled and diced
    1/2 cup evaporated 2% milk



Tips

Add raisins, honey, ground flaxseed or chopped walnuts before serving, if desired.


Directions

Coat the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker, then pour in 6 cups of water. Cover and set on low heat for 8-9 hours.

Serving Size: Makes 6 one-cup servings






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  • NOTGIVINGUP49


    39 of 39 people found this review helpful
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    I make a similar recipe with steel cut oats (1 1/2 cups), NO evaporated milk, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, and 5 cups of water for 8 hours; love it. - 3/28/12

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  • MAURENE01

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    23 of 23 people found this review helpful
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    My favorite breakfast is oatmeal! Sometimes, I don't have time to make it though. This recipe makes it possible to have it every morning! I put it in six microwaveable dishes with lids, and refrigerate. Then pack one to go if breakfast is going to be a little later, and not at home! - 5/16/12

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  • QUILTINGB52


    21 of 21 people found this review helpful
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    I have a similar recipe but doesn't use milk. For the liquid I use Apple juice, instead of water. I also add walnuts, raisins, and nutmeg. Every batch tastes just a bit different as I love to experiment. - 3/29/12

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  • 3LITTLEPIGSRWE

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    Terrific recipe, and versatile--can easily reduce it or increase it, depending on how many you need to serve, add or change ingredients, and slow cook it or not! I used steel-cut oats, added water and a half cup of Greek yogurt in place of evapo milk and natural unsweetened applesauce for one apple. - 5/9/12

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  • LMCBUD

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    Waking up to the smell of fresh apple cinnamon oatmeal was wonderful, but I didn't like the consistency of the recipe. This was much too mushy for me. If you like runnier oatmeal, you will like this recipe. - 3/27/12

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  • SLBABALU

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    The original recipe is very good. Last night I discovered I didn't have the apples. So I substituted 1 c. unsweetened blueberry applesauce and cut the water back by 1/2 cup. It worked great and shows how versatile this recipe can be. No reason to miss a hot breakfast ever again, even running late! - 3/8/12

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  • PAULATX1


    7 of 7 people found this review helpful
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    The taste was fine but the consistency was soupy. Read other comments and would like to use steel cut oats next time. - 4/2/12

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  • JILLINE

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    5 of 6 people found this review helpful
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    Made this last night using 5 cups of water and and cooked it for 9 hours. It turned out perfect. Will be great having leftovers for work the rest of the week. - 4/3/12

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  • KKSTILES


    5 of 8 people found this review helpful
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    Sounds good. Can Fat Free Evaporated Milk be used? - 3/8/12

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  • BSHAW40

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    Very nice. I added some Splenda to the mix for added sweetness. I also let it cook a little longer to thicken. - 5/12/12

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  • LILDICKENS2

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    Made with vanilla soy milk-was fabu! - 3/28/12

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  • MYRTROSE


    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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    The nutrition info is WAY off on this one.
    Triple the carbs listed! 27 grams total per serving, not 9!
    18g of carbs for .33 c of oats.
    7g of carbs for .33 apple.
    2g of carbs for .08 c evaporated milk.
    Dangerous mistake for anyone with diabetes.
    Please update the info! - 1/12/13

    Reply from CHEF_MEG (1/17/13)
    Oh my goosh- good catch. I've changed the nutritionals on the recipe. The oats that I selected from the nutrition tracker did not list carbs on the orginal recipe.
    Chef Meg


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  • DEFTODIE


    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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    Just a comment for those who don't know this already: but the oats that take 3 minutes in the microwave/stove top are QUICK oats. 'Real' oats take much longer and is what should be used here. Also, subbing apple juice for the milk is a very high calorie sub. add a star anise or cloves for a change. - 11/23/12

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  • MERNONE


    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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    I make this but reduce the water to five cups and add a little ground cloves, ginger chopped walnuts and raisins to cook all night. The raisins plump so nice and are like a little burst of flavor all their own when you bite into them. - 11/22/12

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  • NESTISEMPTY

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    We were a little disappointed with this, as we have tried slow cooker oats before and this ended up quite mushy. We did use regular rolled oats and I wonder if it would have turned out better with thick rolled oats. We have had better luck with steel cut oats in the slow cooker. - 4/7/12

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  • ELOQUENTZ


    1 of 8 people found this review helpful
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    If the recipe calls for granny smith apples, why are the apples in the picture red? - 11/8/12

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  • SDAILEY4


    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
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    It's absolutely fabulous! - 11/8/12

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  • PHOLLIDAY1


    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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    Needs more flavor. Will have to experiment. - 8/6/12

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  • BERINABOB

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    Not quite sure what I did wrong but it was more "soupy" than anything and rather bland. Once it cooled it did "gel" more but never even remotely looked like the photo that's shown. I'll try this again but will cut back on the water. - 4/10/12

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  • LIZABAKER


    1 of 3 people found this review helpful
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    What am I missing? Rolled oats cook very quickly on the stovetop - why use all that time and electricity? - 3/29/12

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  • PROBIE1


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    very good. I used tea instead of water. I often use tea to flavor foods I am cooking. I can choose the flavor, sweet or not and I am not adding any calories or Gluten which I have to be aware of. - 1/22/13

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  • SLICK541

    Very Good
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    I add different spices every time I make this. I do use less water. I have made it several times and other than the first time when I added the full water, we love it. I love waking up to a hot breakfast. Hubby adds brown sugar when he eats it but I enjoy it without the added sugar. - 1/22/13

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  • WANABBOWL


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    wjat size crock pot is needed for the recipe as printer? - 1/20/13

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  • MIRAGE727

    Very Good
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    My wife, DSSECRETS, made this! We had it Saturday morning, the day before our Half Marathon. OMG, it was so good! I will probably have a small bowl on race morning Deelish! I think she will try steel cut oats next time and less water for a bit more thickness. - 1/19/13

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  • VETTERMOMMY2U2

    Incredible!
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    Yummy! - 1/16/13

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  • VALERICZ


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    I made this recipe with steel cut oats. It was very bland. Kind of like pasta if you don't add salt to the water... .so I doctored it up by adding a bit of salt and lots more cinnamon, a dash of nutmeg and some applesauce. It was very delicious and the consistency was just right! - 1/11/13

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  • SASH31

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    We didn't even eat it. I threw it out after a spoonful. It was very runny and what wasn't runny was lumped together, it smelled weird and tasted like watered down apple milk. So sad, I was really looking forward to it. I even omitted 1 cup of water so it would be thicker after reading the reviews. - 1/6/13

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  • MARIEBART

    Good
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    It tastes fine but it lacks the oatmeal texture I like. - 1/6/13

    Reply from CHEF_MEG (1/11/13)
    Take the same ingredients and make on the stove top. Chef Galvin


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  • RACINGTOLOSE2

    Incredible!
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    I add Candied Ginger , just a pinch for the Holidays - 12/25/12

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  • JORDANIE25

    Very Good
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    very oooey-gooey! I added some brown sugar, a little bland without it. - 12/12/12

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  • SUZYMOBILE

    Very Good
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    I made this during the day, so that it was done at night, then refrigerated it in 1-cup containers overnight. The consistency was perfect in the morning! Great recipe, and I'll look forward to trying it with steel-cut oats. - 12/2/12

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  • JOLLYCOLLIE

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    What do I do with the rest of the canned milk? - 11/26/12

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  • LADYJANE0420


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    I use Sprouts 6 grain oats in the bulk section. Half cup oats and half cup water add pinch of salt. I microwave for 2 min. And stir it up. Add nuts, cranberries etc and half cup almond milk. DONE! Yummy to me! - 11/23/12

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  • JMG052


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    I usually cook my in the microwave, which doesn't take that long, 2 1/2 minutes, I can see if you didn't have a microwave or didn't have time in the morning to cook and will have to try this myself. - 11/23/12

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  • KATHERISC


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    I love this; it is so easy and tasty. - 11/22/12

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  • GARIANNA1


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    wow...thi is good for a famly that is busy ...going to share with other family members - 11/21/12

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  • MMARVIN1123

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    add one piece of whole wheat toast, dry and you have something. - 11/21/12

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  • MOMOSG

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    I prefer more texture and like to bite into something. When I tried this the oats were not recognizable as oats anymore. I did use traditional long cooking rolled oats so I was quite surprised by that. I also had a very sticky pot to clean - not too much fun! - 11/8/12

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  • SUGARSMOM2


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    good to know . also good to eat . ready to serve many quickly and keep it hot for a while . - 11/8/12

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  • SWIMMAN


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    Thanks :-) Will try tommorrow for a change of my old ho-hum breakfast... after my run of course ;-) - 11/8/12

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  • CGARR442

    Good
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    My son loved it but my husband said it was too bland. I will try it again and use some of the other add ins to see if my family enjoys the taste more. - 10/26/12

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  • PROJECTLORNA


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    I, too, thought it was soupy for my taste. My husband likes his oatmeal that way. I put mine on the stove and cooked a little longer at higher temp. I added nutmeg and walnuts. Do like the convenience of putting it in one cup containers for another breakfast. - 10/17/12

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  • YELLAMOONS

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    I didn't care for this recipe. The smell was wonderful, but the taste was too bland for me. - 9/26/12

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  • MICHELLE_391

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    I used rolled oats as others have suggested, and the consistency is, indeed, like pudding. Thanks everyone! However, it was too bland for me although I added more cinnamon. I'll add a little maple syrup. Next time, I'll also try adding raisins. - 9/25/12

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  • AOSELAND

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    Made this today except I used steel cut oats, skim milk and pecans. Everyone loved it! Will definately be making this more during the fall and winter, probably experimenting with different fruits and spices. - 9/24/12

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  • JESSEIL

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    We found this a little bland. :( I had to add some sugar and more cinnamon and it still was just ok. It may be a good base recipe to get my oatmeal making in progress though. I have lots of things I want to try with this. - 9/23/12

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  • ALDEBARANIAN


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    NotGivingUP, me too. With cooler weather coming up I'll be able to leave it on the wood stove over night in a double boiler. - 9/4/12

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  • MICKICAN

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    I made this and should have listened to the other comments made. This was super mushy and bland. I even added more cinnamon to the recipe. I added less water and it was still mushy. I agree with using steel cut oats instead. - 8/7/12

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  • MONKYGRL


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    I just bought Carnation Fat Free Evaporated Skim Milk. I will try this instead of the 2% evap milk. Hopefully the recipe is still tasty. - 7/14/12

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  • KOLDSCO

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    . - 5/1/12

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  • ROZEEROZGQBB1

    Incredible!
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    We love this recipe! Will make it again. - 4/14/12

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  • ALLYTHEATHLETE

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    I'm used to instant, flavored oatmeal, so this was a bit bland for me. I also like mine pretty thick and given the other comments I reduced it by about a cup. I ended up adding peanut butter to mine for some flavor. - 4/8/12

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  • MJURGENS22

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    I made this overnight last night and it was VERY mushy. It also is quite bland tasting. I am wondering if Steel oats would be a better option and less water. The carb and sugar count is also not accurate. - 4/6/12

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  • KNITGIRL7


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    reheats well. added a little brown sugar to give it a little more flavor. - 4/5/12

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  • IVY56044


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    I made this w/regular skim milk. Not sure if I liked the texture. May have to pick up evaporated milk & try again. Will also try makeing a smaller batch as I am the only one who even eats oatmeal. So tomorrow I will find out how well it reheats. - 4/1/12

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  • SCCURRY


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    Will this work with steel cut oats?
    - 4/1/12

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  • AABPATTON

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    It was really nice to have breakfast ready when I got up, and the house smelled really great. I ended up adding some splenda and skim milk to my bowl of oatmeal, because it was kind of blah. I will try it again with more spices. - 3/31/12

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  • BECKA525

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    . - 3/30/12

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  • MARDEG918


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    I love the idea that I can make multiple breakfasts in one night. Excellent to take to work. - 3/29/12

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  • SMOORE1242


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    Tried this recipe. Not good . . . cooked 8 hrs on low and it was awful . . . had to throw it out. I used quick cooking oats since the recipe didn't specify what type, and this may be the reason it didn't work. - 3/29/12

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  • EXOTEC


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    This looks scrumptious! Thank you for a low-carb recipe! - 3/29/12

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  • STUFFNEARTABOR


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    I used steel cut oats & almond milk - much healthier, and added walnuts for a heart-health boost. Yummy! - 3/28/12

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  • ONEATATIME3


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    Oats are always a good choice. I will try this tomorow. - 3/28/12

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  • GGMOM06


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    I'm surprised at the carb count....seems low. Thanks - 3/28/12

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  • PATRICIAANN46

    Incredible!
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    This is so good.......I have also added Blueberries. - 3/28/12

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  • LEANJEAN6

    Good
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    I like this!! - 3/28/12

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  • ACCEPTHECHLNGE

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    I have been making oatmeal w/apple and cinnamon for years. I cook the reg. Oatmeal for 5 min. and add fresh, grated apple and cinnamon to it. A little Maple syrup and a little milk or 1/2 & 1/2 and I am in haven. Thanks for sharing your recipe. - 3/28/12

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  • KLEMIE


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    I made this for my book club. They were my ginnea pigs. Everyone loved it. Something great to wake up to on a cold blustery morning. - 3/28/12

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  • PHIREBALL


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    there's just something I love about oatmeal. It doesn't matter how it's cooked or what you put in it. I love it. Thanks for posting this delicious recipe. - 3/28/12

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  • DMSGLASS


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    Will have to give this a try. Sounds really good. My brother has been making single servings of oatmeal in a mini slow-cooker for years as he leaves for work around 5AM. Simplifies his morning. - 3/28/12

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  • FIRECOM

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    I look forward to making this today. Sounds too good to be true. - 3/28/12

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  • SWDESERTLOVER

    Very Good
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    Loved this and so did my sons! - 3/28/12

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  • JCDROLSHAGEN


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    Sounds like a real time saver. I think that I would go with a steel cut oat for a little more texture. - 3/28/12

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  • SWEESIN

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    a great breakfast alternative presented in a versatile recipe. - 3/28/12

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  • JANEDOE12345


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    I think this would be better with steel cut oats. They have a texture I like better than rolled oats. It sounds really good. whatever you use. - 3/28/12

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  • PONYFARMER


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    Sorry but that pic does NOT look creamy. I love oatmeal but that looks very dry and unappetizing. - 3/28/12

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  • MS0669


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    I am looking forward to waking up this weekend to the smell of warm apples and cinnamon oatmeal..sounds wonderful - 3/28/12

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  • SKUNKY4


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    Can't wait to try this. Sounds good and looks easy. My way to cook! : ) - 3/28/12

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  • SRDJAN1


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    This is my cup of tea,I can have 2 cups for 4 Points on Weight Watchers and not go over my points AND be satisefied.

    - 3/28/12

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  • DFROMTX


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    Wonder if this would good reheated? I will be the only one eathing this & it serves 6. Anyone know? Sounds great. - 3/28/12

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  • PEGJW111

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    This has everything I love for breakfast and I can get it going the night before- fabulous. - 3/26/12

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  • WRITINGDIVA1


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    I'm trying this one for sure! - 3/26/12

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  • BEAUTYOFJOY


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    I am going to try to make Chef Meg's Apple-cinnamon slow cooker oatmeal for tomorrow breakfast :) and I will let everyone know if its GOOD ;)
    - 3/19/12

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  • DYANE357

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    very good and is really filling - 3/16/12

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  • LORRIE222


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    What type of rolled oats did you use? Only 9.6 g Total Carbs per serving per Nutritional Info, is this correct?
    This sounds awesome!
    - 3/8/12

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  • JAZZY431


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    I'm rating this recipe at a 10! - 3/8/12

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  • INCH_BY_INCH


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    Sounds like I should give it a try. Usually I'm not an oatmeal eater. Perfer to eat cream of wheat. This sounds like a revisit. - 3/8/12

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  • DIETER27


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    Sounds so yummy! I can't wait to try it! - 3/8/12

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  • FOUNDER3


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    I too will probably use steel cut oats, and if it is too runny for some, I would just cut down on the water, OR take the lid off in the morning until you find the desired consistency.

    Will definitely try this - 3/28/12

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  • EVOLVING60


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    This sounds positively yummy! - 3/8/12

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  • NADS1959


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    9 hours of electricity for a bowl of oatmeal??? I don't think so. You can sok itover night in the milk and cook it in 5 to 7 minutes on the stove top. - 3/28/12

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