1/2 c oatmeal scant cup soymilk, regular milk, water or combination dash of salt 1 ripe banana, mashed handful of raisins a tablespoon of maple syrup (optional, but the maple-banana combo is great) a little more milk if you like it smoother Combin first three ingredients and microwave on HIGH for 4 minuts. Stir in remaining ingredients. That's it - the creamiest, smoothest, most satisfying oatmeal ever.