Creamy Tropical Oats

[amorsalado]

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
• 1/4 cup mixed tropical dried fruit

Directions:

1. The night before, soak the oats and the fruit in the coconut milk.
2. In the morning, place the oats in a saucepan, adding water to reach desired consistency.
3. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
4. Add the vanilla, sweetener and salt.
5. Cook for about 3 minutes or so, stirring often, until oats are gently bubbling.
6. Pour into a bowl and top with almonds and a drizzle more coconut milk if desired.