Moroccan Oatmeal

For a change of pace, try quick and easy Moroccan oatmeal. High fiber oats, dates, raisins, and dried apricots with turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger makes a sweet and spicy combination that's loaded with antioxidants too.

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon butter or oil
• 2 cups oatmeal
• 1 tablespoon pine nuts
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon cardamom
• ½ teaspoon ginger
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 cups water
• ¼ cup lemon juice or juice from 1 large lemon
• ½ cup dried apricots, diced
• ½ cup raisins

Directions:

• Heat oil over low-medium heat.
• Add oatmeal, pine nuts, and spices. Sauté until golden, about 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn.
• Add orange juice, water, lemon juice, and dried fruit.
• Bring to boil, then lower heat to simmer. Simmer 5-10 minutes until water is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
• Remove from heat, cover, and let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.