Ingredients :

  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 4 cups hot water
  • 2/3 cup chopped dried apricots or raisins
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar (dark or light)
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
  • dash ground cloves or allspice

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Cooking Procedures :

  1. Combine oats, water, dried fruits, sugar and salt in a 2 quart casserole.
  2. Cover. Microwave at (Power Level 10) for 5 to 6 minutes or until oatmeal thickens, stirring twice.
  3. Add all remaining ingredients and stir to blend. Cover and let STAND 3 minutes before serving.