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Oats, Oats, Oats!

Oats...Not many other foods come to mind that are so comforting, and yet so versatile at the same time.  I have many memories of eating instant oatmeal growing up - warm, sweet and who am I kidding:  who doesn't love the variety flavor pack?!  As I became older I started following in my mom's footsteps and began experimenting with old fashioned oats for a chewier oatmeal consistency.   Without the packets, I could be creative with not only the amount of sugar I added,  but also with fun add-ins like raisins, dried cranberries or chocolate chips! Even though I like good bowl of oatmeal every now and then, I honestly am more apt to choose dry cereal simply for the convenience.  If you're like me and short on time in the morning, but still want a hearty breakfast, an easy go-to are overnight oats.  You mix your ingredients in a mug or blender bottle the night before, and in the a.m. you can run out the door with your breakfast in hand!  Last week I slept through my alarm