Cinnamon-apple Steel Cut Oats

My husband is the oatmeal guy (in addition to being the love of my life), and this is an adaptation of one of his recipes. Every Saturday morning he gets up early with the kiddos so that I can work in peace. (See what I mean about love of my life?) He always makes a batch of steel cut oats, but he's forever experimenting with different flavor profiles (strawberry preserves, peaches and coconut cream, and peanut butter chocolate, which is on page 71). Apple-cinnamon girl that I am, this is one of my favorites.

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Step 1

Preheat the pressure cooker using the SAUTE function. When the display panel reads HOT, add the oil, apples, cinnamon, and salt. Using a wooden spoon, sauté for 2 minutes.

Step 2

As the apples begin to become tender, add the oats and sauté to lightly toast them, another minute or two.

Step 3

Add the water and place the lid on the pot. Make sure the pressure knob is in the SEALING position. Using the display panel, select the MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK function, high pressure, and use the +/- buttons until the display reads 12 minutes.

Step 4

When the cooker beeps to let you know it's finished, switch the pressure knob from the SEALING to the VENTING position, causing a quick pressure release. Use caution while the steam escapes-it's hot.

Step 5

Remove the lid and stir in the maple syrup. The oats will thicken and absorb more water as they cool. Serve warm.