Dried Cherry-and-Pecan Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 3 cups water
• 3 cups fat-free milk
• 2 cups whole oats (not instant)
• 1/2 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 5 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Preparation

1. Bring first 5 ingredients to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in 4 tablespoons brown sugar and next 3 ingredients. Spoon 1 cup oatmeal in each of 6 bowls. Sprinkle evenly with pecans and remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Serve immediately.