Is there a more comforting way to start the day than with a warm, hearty bowl of porridge?
A good breakfast to look forward to doesn’t make getting out of bed on a cool, crisp morning much easier.
Oats are an almost infinitely versatile ingredient. Minimally processed, easily available in stores, cost effective and a source of nourishing complex carbohydrates. The key to making this a truly satisfying and nutritious breakfast is to include extra protein. Nuts, seeds, or nut butters tend to be the tastiest combination. I usually also add a serving of fresh fruit, for an extra boost of essential vitamins and beneficial phytonutrients.
Here is a selection of 4 delicious flavor combinations, each in 1 serving size.
If you can’t have certain nuts, simply replace them with another nut or nut butter, or use seeds instead.