Really simple additions can make ‘every day foods’ tastier and more nourishing. We usually have oatmeal a couple times a week during the winter; I often add a handful of raisins, blueberries or other dried fruit and sometimes top with fresh fruit. Believing the saying "Variety is the spice of life," today I diced a large Granny Smith apple, stirred it into our oats then added water, some zero-calorie sweetener and cinnamon. I microwaved for 6 minutes on high. While it was microwaving I pan-toasted some broken pecans until just toasty. You can serve it with non-fat milk or non-fat yogurt to really round-out the ‘wake-up’ call.

When I thought about it, adding fruit, cinnamon, a touch of sweetness, and nuts to an ordinary breakfast notches it up to ‘extra tasty’ – American-Mediterranean tasty, that is. Maybe your family would enjoy it as much as Vic and I did. The Granny Smith green apples had a nice tang. You could do the same thing with the Mountain Top Breakfast, for a different flavor and texture.

Gourmet flavor doesn't have to take lots of time and work. This simple breakfast will warm your tummy, give you a healthy start for the day and sustain you for hours.

Remember Good Health Can Be Yummy!

Cinnamon Oatmeal with Granny Smith Apples and Toasted Pecans