For mornings when there is no time to cook properly, this bowl of oats comes together in about five minutes.
You will need (serves 1)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk or water
- A pinch of salt
- 1–2 teaspoons honey
- A little grated lemon zest
- Chopped banana, apple or a few raisins
Method
- Bring the milk or water to a simmer with the salt.
- Add the oats and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until creamy.
- Take it off the heat and let it cool for a minute.
- Stir in the honey once it is warm rather than piping hot, then add the lemon zest.
- Top with fruit and eat straight away.
Variations
Swap honey for a spoon of jaggery powder, or add a pinch of cinnamon. For a crunchier bowl, add a spoon of roasted seeds on top. Honey is not suitable for babies under one year.
