Yummy Oatmeal

This is good to make extra and have the next day.

3 cups water
2 medium tart apples, chopped
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
Dash salt (I leave out.)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped almonds (I leave these out also.)
Maple syrup and/or fat-free milk, optional

In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil. Add the apples, oats and salt; cook and stir for 5 minutes. remove from the heat; stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes. Sprinkle each serving with almonds. Serve with maple syrup and/or milk if desired.