- 1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal
- 2 1/3 cups water
- Pinch of salt
- 1 medium apple, coarsely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon butter
- Combine the oatmeal, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Add the grated apple and lemon juice and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the milk and butter. Stir well and cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately, perhaps with a sprinkle of brown sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup.