Pumpkin Earl Grey Oatmeal
[Vegan]

To make Earl Grey Simple Syrup:

1. In a small saucepan, bring water to boil. Add sugar and stir until dissolved completely.
2. Remove from heat and add earl grey tea leaves.
3. Allow to steep. When cooled, strain out tea leaves and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month.

To make oatmeal:

1. Bring milk (this recipe used 1/2 cup almond milk and 1/4 cu[ water) to a boil, add oats, and reduce heat to medium.
2. After a couple minutes, stir in your pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, Earl Grey Simple Syrup, and salt. Stir occasionally.
3. If desired, add more simple syrup to taste.
4. When you're pleased with the consistency of the oatmeal, transfer to a bowl. Add a splash of your milk of choice and any other additional toppings (nuts, coconut, dried fruit, etc.).