That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore

I spoke too soon.  I should know by now that a warm week in March on these shores is really just a wink and a smirk from above, and that you shouldn’t even think about taking the flannel sheets out of commission until at least May.

So here I am on April fool’s, wearing double layers and wanting something hot every morning – a contradiction, for sure.  What better time for an update to my remote oats – a little easier, a bit more protein, a lot less syrup.    And still better than any boxed cereal.  No joke.

Punchline Porridge
Serves 1

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup organic soy milk
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
pinch sea salt
1 apple
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
1 tablespoon shelled hemp seeds
2 tablespoons mixed seeds and nuts*
1 teaspoon maple syrup

Put the oats, soy milk, water, cinnamon and salt in a small saucepan and bring to the boil. Stir and turn the heat down slightly as it thickens.  Meanwhile, quarter, core and grate the apple.  Keep stirring the oats, adding more water as necessary to get the consistency you like.  Pour into a bowl, then top with the apple and remaining ingredients.

*To make things even easier, I keep a tub of sunflower seeds and chopped brazils, pecans and walnuts in a sealed tub in the fridge.

Comments

[acme]

I prefer steel cut oats and have turned many people on to this dense, raw oat. In addition to being really healthy, the oats keep me full and I can go most of the day without becoming hungry. I like it sweet or savory, and find it a very comforting meal. I have starting adding the oats to homemade oatmeal raisin cookies; the oats add a kind of crunch to the cookie.

[Jess]

Now that you mention it I don't think I've seen steel-cut oats over here. Hmm.