Created by dienia b on June 20, 2015
Step 1: In a saucepan over medium-high heat, toast the oats in the butter for 2 minutes.
Step 2: Add the water and salt.
Step 3: Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer gently, uncovered, until the oatmeal thickens and is tender, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring frequently, especially toward the end.
Step 4: :Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the butter and sugar until they begin to color.
Step 5: Add the pears and currants.
Step 6: Sauté until the pears are tender and colored a light gold, about 4 minutes.
Step 7: Serve the hot oatmeal in bowls.
Step 8: Spoon some of the topping onto each portion.
Step 9: Sprinkle with pecans and drizzle with maple syrup.