This helps make the oatmeal thick.
To assemble:
In each ziplock bag put the following:
1/4 cup quick cooking oats
2 Tbsp. powdered oats
1/8 tsp salt
2 Tbsp. chopped dried apples
1 Tbsp. brown sugar (I thought this was a little sweet. Next time I'll reduce to 1/2 Tbsp.)
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
To serve: Pour contents of packet into a bowl. Add 1/2 to 3/4 cup boiling water (depending on how thick you like your oatmeal - more water for thinner oats, less water for thick). Stir and let stand for 2 minutes.
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