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Monday, December 11, 2017

PB & J Oatmeal


Now that the weather has changed, I am ready for some warm comfort foods.  I have never been a cereal person, so oatmeal is one of go-tos on busy mornings.   I tried to love overnight oats, but the texture is off, and I really do like my oats warm.  For awhile I was making the oats the night before, then microwaving in the morning... until I realized I could skip the night prep and just mix and heat.  This breakfast takes me less than five minutes to make, and keeps me full.

I have used the base mix of oats, milk, vanilla and chia seeds with a bunch of different mix-ins, but the peanut butter and "jelly" combo is definitely one I keep coming back to. Depending on the consistency you like your oats, the ratio of milk to oats may change a little bit- I usually add a little more when I stir if I think it's a little to thick. Using frozen fruit is convenient, plus I'm not adding a bunch of sweetener while still satisfying my sweet tooth.  Microwave times may vary a little bit, but it is super simple, quick morning breakfast to start my day.



Ingredients


3/4 cup oats (you can use steel cut if you prefer)
1/2 cup milk of choice 
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1-2 tablespoons peanut butter
1/2 cup frozen (or fresh) raspberries 

Directions

1. Mix oats, milk, vanilla, chia seeds, and peanut butter in a bowl

2. Microwave for 1 minute

3. Stir in frozen raspberries

4. Microwave for 1 minute

5. Enjoy!

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