Homemade Instant Oatmeal Mix

 

4 C. Quick Oats (or pulse old fashioned oats in food processor a few times to break up slightly)

2 T. Non-instant Dry Powder Milk or 1/4 C. Instant Dry Powder Milk

2 T. Sugar (You can decrease this per your family’s tastes)

 

Mix dry ingredients together in empty #10 can and store covered in a cool, dry place. This makes 8 servings. You could also divide into 8 ziploc bags, add dried fruit and then prepare single servings with addition of

 

Making Oatmeal from Mix

1/2 C. Oatmeal Mix

1 C. Water

 

Small handful of Raisins (Optional) You could also use dehydrated apples, just break them into smaller pieces, or other dried fruit.

Combine Oatmeal mix and raisins (or other dehydrated fruit) with water and microwave for 2 minutes. Or boil water, add to oats, and let sit 1 minute to soften.