1 c. old-fashioned oatmeal
1 c. buttermilk
1 jumbo egg
2 tbsp. salad oil
1/4 c. whole wheat flour
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. salt
1/4 c. golden raisins, optional or grated apple

Combine oatmeal and buttermilk; chill overnight. Mix egg and oil; add to oatmeal. Combine whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, salt and cinnamon; add to wet mixture. Stir in raisins if desired. Thin with buttermilk if needed. Cook on hot griddle, turning when bubbles form. Serve on warmed plates. (Batter will keep four days, refrigerated.)