Breakfast Ready Oatmeal

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly grease 12-cup muffin pan; set aside.
2. 2
   Cut butter into 12 squares; set aside.
3. 3
   Bring water to boil in 4-quart saucepan; stir in oats.
4. 4
   Cook, stirring occasionally, 30-35 minutes or until oats are softened and water is almost absorbed.
5. 5
   Divide oatmeal evenly among prepared muffin pan cups.
6. 6
   Sprinkle each with brown sugar and cinnamon, if desired.
7. 7
   Top each with 1 butter square; sprinkle with cranberries and pecans, pressing lightly into oatmeal.
8. 8
   Freeze at least 3 hours or until oatmeal is frozen.
9. 9
   Remove from freezer; thaw slightly.
10. 10
    Remove oatmeal from pan.
11. 11
    Place individual servings into freezer storage bag; freeze until serving time.
12. 12
    Remove desired number of servings; place into individual bowls.
13. 13
    Microwave each serving 1-2 minutes or until heated through.