Homemade Instant Oatmeal

Homemade Instant Oatmeal

You can buy instant Quaker oatmeal in packets, or make it up yourself. When you're out for a long time, variety is the spice!

1 cup quick oats
1/3 cup instant dry milk
handful wheat bran
chopped nuts or sunflower seeds
chopped dried fruit
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
sugar to taste
(honey or maple syrup)

In preparation for a trip, mix all ingredients except the honey and syrup together and divide into three zip lock bags. Get creative with the add-ins; seeds, nuts, and dried fruit are some suggestions. On the trail, bring one cup of water to a boil, turn off heat, and add contents of one bag. Stir and let sit for a couple minutes to thicken. Great with honey or maple syrup drizzled on top.