Baked Apple Cereal (6-8 months)

Ingredients:

• 1 apple 
• 1/4 cup ground oats
• 3/4 cup of water

Method:

• Peel, core and cut a small apple into small dices 
• Place in a pan with 1/4 c ground oats and 3/4 c water 
• Bring mixture to a slow boil. Simmer covered, checking frequently, until apples are soft and oatmeal is cooked.  Be sure to stir and mash while cooking 
• Mix in formula or breast milk or juice to thin if needed - puree if necessary (sprinkle a bit of cinnamon in the cereal if your desire and if baby is ready for or has had cinnamon).