Chai Baked Oatmeal with Pears

Instructions:

1. Step 1:

   Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.

2. Step 2:

   Cut open the chai tea bags and empty the tea leaves into a small saucepan. Add milk and place over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat. Cover and let sit 5 minutes.

3. Step 3:

   Meanwhile, combine rolled oats, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.

4. Step 4:

   Strain tea leaves out of the milk, then whisk in eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until set. If storing, cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.

5. Step 5:

   Reheat oatmeal if needed. Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Thinly slice pears and add to the skillet. Cook 5 minutes, until softened.

6. Step 6:

   Enjoy pears over baked oatmeal.