Cardamom Spiced Oatmeal

This is a very simple recipe to make using Quaker Oats Quick 1 Minute Oatmeal.  However, the key to making this gourmet style is to simmer the oatmeal on a low boil for about 10 minutes instead of the 1 minute that Quaker suggests.  By simmering on a low boil for 10 minutes, the oatmeal really expands and becomes fluffy and delicious.  And adding cardamom to the mix, makes it a delicious way to start the day.

Prep Time:  1 Minute
Cook Time:  10 Minutes
Yield:  2 Servings

INGREDIENTS
1 Cup Quaker Oats Quick 1 Minute Oatmeal
1 1/2 Cup Water
1 1/2 Cup Milk
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon cardamom powder

DIRECTIONS:
Boil 1 cup water and 1 cup milk, turn heat to low so liquid boils on low

Add oatmel, brown sugar and cardamom

Boil on a low simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often

Add remaining 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup milk

Continue to boil on a low simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring often

Add more milk or water as needed as the oatmeal boils to ensure it is a nice creamy texture.  Make sure liquid is not completely evaporated.  It tastes best a little creamy.

Add cut up bananas, blueberries or apples.

Enjoy!