Instant Oatmeal

My children really like oatmeal. They prefer the variety of flavors from the boxed packets, and often want more. I buy the store brand and before adding the boiling water, I add about 1/4 cup regular quick cooking oats and adjust the water to their liking. This stretches the packets of oatmeal so they don't need 2 entire packets in one sitting without sacrificing flavor. It decreases significantly the amount of sugar they are starting their day with. - Submitted by Wendy