Creamy Oatmeal

Ingredients:

• 3/4 c Old-fashioned oatmeal
• 1 1/3 c Cold water
• Salt (optional)
• 1 tb Maple syrup or honey (optional)
  

Directions:

1. In an earthenware dish or heavy ovenproof casserole with tight-fitting lid, combine oatmeal, water, a pinch of salt and maple syrup, honey or brown sugar if using them.
2. Cover tightly and place in 225'F. oven for 7 hours, or overnight, until the oatmeal reaches desired consistency.