Oat Porridge Recipe

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It's no secret that I love oats. I also love the holiday season! There is something about cuddling up indoors with loved ones that makes me feel so cozy inside. I make this dish throughout the year and it always reminds me of those special celebrations. Click here to see How to Slim Down Your Diet.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1 cup steel-cut oats
2 tablespoon oat bran
2 tablespoon chia seeds*
1 tablespoon cracked flaxseed
8 dates, chopped roughly
8 prunes, chopped roughly
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground clove
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
pinch of sea salt
low-fat milk or milk replacement, for serving

Directions

Place all of the ingredients except for the milk in a medium-sized saucepan with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook for 10 minutes for a chewier texture and 12 minutes for a softer texture.
Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 3 minutes. Serve hot with low-fat kefir, low-fat milk, or milk replacement, such as soy, rice, or almond milk.