Morning Glory Oats

3 c water

1 c milk

1 c steel-cut oats

1 c grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)

2/3 c raisins

3/4 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground ginger

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

3 Tbs brown sugar

1 tsp vanilla

salt

1/2 coconut flakes (optional)

1 1/2 Tbs orange zest

In a saucepan bring water and water to a gentle boil. Stir in oats, carrots, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and return to a boil. Decrease heat to low, partially cover. Cook without stirring until it begins to thicken and oats are soft, yet chewy, 25 to 30 minutes, Remove from heat and stir in coconut flakes and orange zest. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra milk.

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