Servings: 1

¾ cup quick oats ¾ cup quick oats
½ cup milk ½ cup milk
1 small tart apple, diced (approx ¾ cup) 1 small tart apple, diced (approx ¾ cup)
1 Tbs lemon juice 1 Tbs lemon juice
a handful of nuts, coarsely chopped (approx ¼ cup) a handful of nuts, coarsely chopped (approx ¼ cup)
a few strawberries or other fresh fruit (raspberries or peaches are also fantastic), diced a few strawberries or other fresh fruit (raspberries or peaches are also fantastic), diced

Combine the oats and milk in a large cereal or pasta bowl. Let sit for about 15 minutes.
While oats & milk are soaking, dice the fruit and chop the nuts. Check the consistency of the oats; if too thick, add more milk. The mixture should be soft and mushy.
Add remaining ingredients to serving bowl; stir gently to combine.

You may wish to experiment with the ratio of ingredients; the goal is to have lots of contrasting textures and flavors (mushy oats + crisp apple + crunchy nuts; sweet fruit + tart lemon).  You may wish to experiment with the ratio of ingredients; the goal is to have lots of contrasting textures and flavors (mushy oats + crisp apple + crunchy nuts; sweet fruit + tart lemon).
I think my dad also used to add a dollop of jam. I personally don't think that is necessary.  I think my dad also used to add a dollop of jam. I personally don't think that is necessary.
Do not peel the apple.  Do not peel the apple.