Studies from Northwestern University and the University of Kentucky indicate that fiber-rich bran from oatmeal can actually reduce cholesterol levels in the blood.
Ingredients
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
3 medium pears (about 18 ounces), peeled, cored, thinly sliced
3 large plums (about 10 ounces), halved, pitted, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Nonfat frozen yogurt (optional)
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix first 3 ingredients in bowl. Add oil; mix with fork until coarse crumbs form. Mix in almonds.
Combine fruit in 10-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Sprinkle sugar, lemon juice and nutmeg over. Sprinkle with oats. Bake until fruit is tender and topping is golden brown, about 35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Serve with frozen yogurt.
