Campfire Morning Oatmeal with Fresh Wild Berries and Honey

Trail Bilberries Total Time: 13 min Servings: 2 servings Difficulty: Easy

The quintessential wilderness breakfast: warm, hearty oats simmered in camp, crowned with freshly gathered wild blueberries, lingonberries, and honey.

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Instructions

  1. Bring water to a rolling boil in camp pot with a pinch of salt.
  2. Stir in oats and simmer for 3-4 minutes stirring continuously.
  3. Remove from heat, fold in butter, and let sit covered for 2 minutes.
  4. Ladle into mugs, scatter fresh forest berries on top, and drizzle with honey.

Forager's Tip

Wild strawberries or raspberries gathered on the trail also make incredible additions.

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