Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup quick cooking barley
  • 1 cup bulgur (or cracked wheat)
  • 1 cup dried cherries (or other dried fruit)
  • ¾ cup sliced almonds (or other nuts)
  • ⅓ cup sugar or equivalent powdered non-calorie sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • milk (optional for preparation)

Instruction

  • In a medium bowl, mix together oats, barley, bulgur, cherries, almonds, sugar and cinnamon. Store in an airtight container for 2 months (can be frozen for up to 6 months).
  • Stove top preparation: In a small saucepan bring 1 ⅓ cup water to a boil. Add ⅔ cup cereal mix. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cereal reaches desired consistency. Add milk if desired just before serving. (serves 2)
  • Microwave instructions: In a 1 quart microwave safe bowl, combine ¾ cup water and ⅓ cup cereal mix. Cook uncovered at 50% power for 5 minutes. Stir. Cook another 3-5 minutes at 50% power until cereal reaches desired consistency. Add milk if desired just before serving. (serves 1)