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The Food Factor: Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

School is back in session, and mornings can be hectic. But you don’t have to put breakfast on the back burner.

If you are looking for a way to make your morning routine a bit easier, check out this make-ahead breakfast dish that you can serve for 2-4 days.

Thanks to our friends at The University of Maine Cooperative Extension for this tasty recipe!

Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
Ingredients:

2 cups dry oatmeal (old fashioned or quick)
¼ cup brown sugar
1 cup frozen blueberries
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1½ cups nonfat milk
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a large bowl, stir together the oatmeal, brown sugar, blueberries, baking powder, and cinnamon (and walnuts if you choose to add them).
In a medium bowl, combine the milk, applesauce, egg, and oil. Mix well with a fork or whisk.
Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir well.
Pour into a greased, 8-inch, square baking dish.
Bake at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm.

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