The various cereals have distinctive yet delicate flavors of their own that are usually enjoyed, but occasionally, for the sake of variety, fruit flavors may be added. Sweet fruits would be indicated. Raisins should be added with the salt to the water in which the cereal is to be cooked. After removing the seeds from dates cut into quarters and stir into the cooked cereal; cover and return to the range long enough to heat the fruit thoroughly. Prunes and figs should be stewed previously until tender, then served hot or cold with the cereal. Bananas may be sliced without cooking, and then served with the hot cereal; but even these will be found to be more agreeable, if they be cooked.