Peach and Apple Oatmeal

This might be one of the most comforting breakfast I've had in a long time.  The seasons are surely changing and we are in that period where it is hot one minute then cold the next.  Blustery winds are everywhere (my umbrellas can attest to that!) and Fall is in the air.  

The best part of October as a produce month we are still transitioning from late summer fruits and vegetables to fall ones.  Peaches are still in abundance and soooo ripe and juicy, yet I'm craving warm Fall apple flavors as well.  What to do?  Mix them!

Oatmeal is a great way to make a quick, comforting breakfast  and when you load it up with spices and fruit you get something that's a kin to a warm fruit pie.  Oh yum!  Who wouldn't love a warm piece of pie for breakfast?  I will admit that I'm sure I've snuck a piece once or twice in my life!  But this is much healthier than that.  All that sweet, cinnamon-y, warm notes of apple and peach pie rolled into one bowl of breakfast comfort!

PEACH AND APPLE OATMEAL

What are the ingredients?  The main star is the oatmeal.  You can use your favorite, but for the sake of time I used quick cooking oats for this dish.  Oatmeal is full of good for you fiber and carbohydrates.  They help keep you full for hours!  Another fall flavor I used is maple syrup which is mixed with the softened peaches.

Is there a secret ingredient?  Yes, there is.  I came across boiled cider here, and it's been a wonder of a product.  It's apple cider that been boiled down until it forms a thick condensed syrup with loads of apple flavor.  It adds intense apple flavor to anything you use it with. (So worth the purchase) In this case I put it with the water when cooking the oatmeal and I used it along with butter and maple syrup when cooking the peaches.  Sooooo delish!  If you don't want to use this then you can substitute apple cider instead, however, the flavor will not be as intense.

Enjoy this spectacular breakfast that will leave you feeling warm and comfy all over!




Peach and Apple Oatmeal

serves 2


1 cup oatmeal (instant or regular)
1 1/2 cup water
1/4 boiled cider
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Topping:
2 peaches, peeled and sliced
2 Tablespoon butter
1 Tablespoon maple syrup
1 Tablespoon boiled cider
1 teaspoon cinnamon

In a medium saucepan add water, boiled cider, raisins, and cinnamon.  Bring to a boil and then add the oatmeal.  Turn heat to medium and cook until thick and creamy.

Meanwhile, in a medium skillet heat to medium heat.  Add butter and allow to melt.  Add sliced peaches and cook 2 minutes until tender.  Add maple syrup, boiled cider, and cinnamon and stir until mixed well and peaches are tender.

Spoon oatmeal into 2 bowls and top with peaches.