SLOW COOKER OATMEAL FOR SENIORS

A nutritious breakfast that is easy to make. It can be made overnight and leftovers can be frozen in single servings. A good source of fibre, high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Oatmeal has a unique group of antioxidants helpful in protecting against heart disease. It is helpful in lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

Ingredients

1 cup steel cut oats
3 1/2-4 cups of water (1/2 water and 1/2 apple juice or milk or milk alternative)
1 medium size apple diced and cored
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp brown sugar, or honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
raisins, flax seeds, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds can be added after cooking for added nutrition.

Method

Spray or wipe inside of the slow cooker with oil to prevent sticking. Place all 7 ingredients in slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 – 7 hours.