Autumnal Protein-Packed Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup, optional

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine the oats and almond milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and the mixture has thickened, about 8-10 minutes.

2. 2

   Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.