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Pumpkin Oatmeal

This pumpkin oatmeal is made by simmering oats with roasted pumpkin flesh and warm spices until creamy and thick. The dish has a velvety texture with a speckled appearance from the pumpkin and a fragrant aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg. It presents as a hearty, inviting bowl perfect for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats preferably old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup roasted pumpkin flesh pureed or mashed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional, for sweetness
  • Pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Combine the water, oats, a pinch of salt, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. Once the mixture starts bubbling and the oats become tender, reduce heat to low. Stir in the roasted pumpkin flesh, spreading it evenly into the oats.
  3. Continue simmering, stirring gently, until the oats thicken and the pumpkin fully integrates, creating a smooth, orange-tinted porridge aroma fills the kitchen.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the nutmeg and maple syrup for added warmth and sweetness.
  5. Let the oatmeal sit for a minute to absorb the flavors and achieve a creamier consistency.
  6. Scoop the pumpkin oatmeal into bowls, garnishing with a sprinkle of cinnamon or seeds if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust sweetness with more maple syrup or add a splash of milk for creaminess. For extra texture, top with toasted seeds or a dollop of yogurt.