Pumpkin oatmeal recipe

Makes 3–4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats 
• 1 cup canned plain, unsweetened pumpkin 
• 1 cup skim milk (or unsweetened soy, almond or rice milk) 
• ½ tbsp. cinnamon 
• 3 tbsp. Truvia^® or calorie-free sweetener (if desired)
• 3 tbsp. chopped, toasted pecans 
• 9 dates, chopped 
• 3 tbsp. light cream (if desired)

Directions

This dish can be made in a microwave or on a stovetop. 

Microwave:

• Combine the oats, pumpkin, milk, cinnamon and sweetener in a microwave-safe dish or sauce pan. Heat in microwave until hot, about 1–2 minutes. 

Stovetop:

• Combine the oats, pumpkin, milk, cinnamon and sweetener in a saucepan. Cook about 5–10 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently. 
• Before serving, top with chopped nuts and dates. Add cream (1 tbsp. per serving) if using.