Simple Pumpkin Oatmeal

• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
• 3/4 cup milk (any kind)
• 1 cups water
• 1 tbs maple syrup or honey (if desired)

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine oats, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, milk , and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook over a gentle boil for 3 – 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Add honey or maple syrup, if desired.