How to Make Apple Pie Oatmeal

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Pour as much oatmeal as you'd like into a microwave-safe bowl.

   If you're not sure how much that is, start with about half a cup.
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   Step 2: Pour water into the bowl so it generously covers the oatmeal.

   If you're measuring, use as much water as oatmeal, half a cup. , It won't make your oatmeal taste salty, don't worry.
   
   It will enhance the taste of the whole thing and make it less bland. , The oatmeal will absorb most or all the water and puff up. , You can use the same spoon that you'll use to eat the oatmeal.
   
   If you're using sweetened applesauce, use less sugar. , If you'd like to measure, aim for a quarter cup.
   
   By eye, it should look like a thick layer of frosting. ,,,,,
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   Step 3: Add a pinch of salt.

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   Step 4: Microwave the oatmeal and water right there in the bowl for a minute or two.

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   Step 5: Spoon about a tablespoon of brown sugar over the oatmeal.

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   Step 6: Put applesauce on the oatmeal

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   Step 7: still using that same spoon.

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   Step 8: Sprinkle on some cinnamon.

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   Step 9: If you have them and like them

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    Step 10: add tiny sprinkles of ground nutmeg

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    Step 11: cloves

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    Step 12: and allspice.

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    Step 13: If you have it

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    Step 14: add about a tablespoon of orange juice or dried orange peel.

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    Step 15: Mix everything

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    Step 16: microwave it for a few more seconds if you'd like it any warmer

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    Step 17: and enjoy.

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    Step 18: Finished.

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