Cost: $1.22

8 servings, $0.15 per serving

Ingredients:

• 4 cups oatmeal
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl or gallon bag
2. Serving size is ½ cup (I usually do 1/3 cup to make it last longer)
3. Add hot (boiling) water and cover for 5 minutes
4. Optional: Serve with half a banana (sliced)

Notes: 

My favorite version of this recipe adds 1/4 cup crasins, 1/4 cup dried apricots, and 2 tablespoons of almond slices. These will raise the price substantially, but it’s delicious.