Mixed Grains Oatmeal

This recipe is adapted from Words of Wisdom Living
Yield: 1 serving

2 Tbsp cracked whole grains (I buy a 9 grain cereal mixture at Winco in bulk)

2/3 cup water

2 Tbsp rolled oats

2 Tbsp dried fruits (optional)

2 tsp freshly ground flax seed

handful or chopped nuts

sweeter of choice

spices of choice

1/4 cup fresh berries or fruit of choice

At night add whole grains to hot tap water & let sit over night.  In the morning, bring the water/grains to a boil.  Add rolled oats and dried fruits.  Turn off heat & allow to sit for 5 minutes.  Add 2 tsp ground flaxseed & a handful of chopped nuts.  Sweeten with honey, brown sugar, grade B maple syrup, stevia, or agave.  Season with cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, or vanilla.  Add 1/4 cup berries or chopped fruit (apples or peaches are good).  Add orange juice or cream if you'd like.  The cream can improve absorption of fat-soluble nutrients.