Get PUMPed for Breakfast

It's official, October is here, happy fall everyone! What better way to enjoy with some warm seasonal oatmeal. Oatmeal is a great source of soluble fiber which will help to reduce LDL cholesterol. Add in some pumpkin for another great source of fiber along with potassium, beta carotene and other antioxidants and voila you have one of the healthiest breakfasts on the block!

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup prepared- Oats (groats, steel cut, rolled, or instant will all work- pick your favorite)
• 1/3 cup Canned Pumpkin 
• 3/4 tsp Vanilla Extract*
• 3/4 tsp Cinnamon*
•  Sprinkle of Nutmeg*
  

*Pumpkin pie spice may be used instead, this adds a different flavor with some cloves and ginger
 

Recipe: 

1. Prepare oats
2. Mix in pumpkin and spices
3. Enjoy!

To make creamier:

• Prepare with milk or add it in after

To make sweeter:

• Add some agave nectar, sugar or raisins