Warm 'n' Fruity Breakfast Cereal

Ingredients

• 5 cups water
• 2 cups seven-grain cereal
• 1 medium apple, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup unsweetened apple juice
• 1/4 cup dried apricot, chopped
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup chopped dates
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

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   In a 5 quart slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until fruits are softened. Sprinkle individual servings with walnuts if desired.