3/4 c Old-fashioned oatmeal
1 1/3 c Cold water
Salt (opt) 1 T Maple syrup or honey (opt)
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. Cover tightly and place in 225’F. oven for 7 hours, or overnight, until the oatmeal reaches desired consistency.