Oat Porridge with peanut butter

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 1
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 319.4
  • Total Fat: 12.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 3.1 mg
  • Sodium: 156.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 38.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.2 g
  • Protein: 15.1 g

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Introduction

A low GI, heart healthy breakfast that keeps me full all morning. The addition of peanuts makes a creamy porridge that needs no sugar or salt. A low GI, heart healthy breakfast that keeps me full all morning. The addition of peanuts makes a creamy porridge that needs no sugar or salt.
Number of Servings: 1

Ingredients

    40 gms rolled oats (certified gluten free)
    150 gms skimmed milk
    20 gms (scant tablespoon)
    (water to thin to your desired consistency)

Tips

Oats help to reduce cholesterol and are a low GI cereal.
Peanut butter not only adds flavour but contains heart-friendly mono-saturated fats which also help you stay full longer
If you add fruit or sugar, don't forget to add them to your daily totals


Directions

Put oats and milk into a large (at least 2 pint) microwaveable bowl.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until mixture boils
Stir in the peanut butter until it melts and incorporates into the mixture
Microwave on half power until it reaches your desired thickness. If too thick add a little water.

Serving Size: Makes one hearty breakfast

Number of Servings: 1

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user PAGANINIJ.