No-Cook Oatmeal with Ontario Pears

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Skill Level	Easy

Preparation Time	10 minutes (+ overnight to soak)	Total Time	10 minutes
Servings	4	Cost Per Serving	$0.94

Combine pears with lemon juice and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
Combine remaining ingredients and stir really well. Stir in the pears. Place mixture in a large container and cover. Let sit in the refrigerator overnight.
Enjoy the next morning with whatever toppings you like. You can portion out the mixture into glass jars or Tupperware and keep it for breakfast for the coming days. The soaked oats with pears will last 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

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