Carrot Muffin Oatmeal

I kept feeling like I was forgetting something as I was making this, but I couldn't think what. Alas it was cinnamon! I'll definitely be trying a few variations on this in the future though, so I can try to remember the cinnamon then. So, here's what I did this time, and I'll follow it with an idea for a variant to try next time as well.

Carrot Muffin Oatmeal
Adapted from allrecipes
2 1/2 c. water
1 packet dried fruit and nuts
1 carrot, grated
2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar
dash salt
1 c. quick oats

1. Combine all ingredients in a pot. Bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute.
2. Serve immediately with cold milk and/or maple syrup and/or additional sugar.

Morning Glory Oatmeal
1/4 c. dried coconut, toasted
1 cinnamon stick
2 1/2 c. water
1/4 c. chopped walnuts
2 carrots, grated
1/4 c. raisins
1/4 c. dried pineapple
2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar
1/4 c. wheat bran (optional)
1 c. quick oats