I grew up on porridge. That creamy bowl of goodness was my regular breakfast (and often a late-night snack too.) When I moved to the USA (over thirty years ago), I was underwhelmed by their oatmeal. So, I'd like to shed a little light on the different types of oats — and let you decide who the winner is! The Players
How to make the perfect bowl of oats (and what NOT to do) Ultimately, it comes down to individual taste, but here are some tips that can take your oats up a notch:
Delicious Additions and Tasty Toppings Although fruits and nuts are the typical toppings, oatmeal is known for playing well with others. So, although I usually keep mine pretty straightforward (with sliced bananas and dates), feel free to be adventurous. If you like something, throw it on! Some of the more unusual additions I've seen are soft boiled eggs, feta cheese, cream cheese, avocado, and smoked salmon. I'd love to hear what you've tried and loved (or hated — so we can all avoid it!) Oats are Healthy - However you Cut Them. Like other 100% whole grains, oats are an excellent source of nutrition and essential fiber. I've already picked my winner, but there's never a loser when choosing real, whole food. And I am happy to confirm that my insistence that UK oats are creamier wasn't just in my imagination! |
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July 2020
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