Heat the milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until just about to a boil.

Add in the oats, brown sugar, molasses, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt, and allspice. Stir to combine and turn the heat to low.

Cook, stirring occasionally, for about five minutes or until the oats have absorbed most of the milk.

Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

Top with chopped pecans.

NOTE: You can also add diced apple if desired You can substitute steel cut oats, but cook according to package directions, stirring constantly, until oats are tender.