This is autumn in a bowl right here, with apples, cinnamon and pecans baked into oatmeal and served up for a hearty breakfast.
Over the weekend we made our annual pilgrimage to the Utah mountains to see the beautiful fall colors. We drove up a nearby canyon, “oohing” and “ahhing” along the way. After a short toddler-friendly hike at the top of the pass, we then drove down the other side into a quaint mountain town where, per tradition, we shared a banana split [1].
It was a fabulous little excursion, and one I look forward to every year. Utah is beautiful all year round, but there’s something about the golden aspens in the fall that takes my breath away.
I absolutely love where I live, for many reasons. The fact that we get four separate and characteristic seasons is among them. Winter will be here all too soon, but until then I get to enjoy mild temperatures, gorgeous fall colors, and a great mixture of sunshine and rain.
This baked oatmeal with apples, pecans and spices is definitely for those gloomy fall days when you want to stay indoors wrapped in a blanket, and need something warm and cozy to start your day. Not only is it delicious (like apple crisp, but for breakfast!), but it’s hearty and pretty good for you too. And unless you’re feeding a crowd, it’s also a great dish to bake once and enjoy all week long.
Want to make breakfast easier? Prepare the oatmeal the night before and chill it in the fridge while you sleep. The next morning, bake it straight from the fridge and enjoy a stress-free homemade breakfast.
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