Brown Sugar & Banana Oatmeal

Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats 2 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy) 1 ripe banana, sliced 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional toppings: chopped nuts, additional banana slices, a drizzle of honey or maple syrup