Porridge is one of my favourites foods. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch or dinner – basically anytime! I love the unlimited number of combinations for toppings, the cosiness of it and how filling it is. Now chocolate porridge is even better. This is a simple recipe, born out of my craving for something tasty to eat after a run and not having much food in the house. I hope you enjoy it. This porridge provides you with good sources of: Fibre Protein Vitamin C Vitamin E Calcium See my post on the health benefits of oats. What toppings do you like on your porridge?
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The Health Benefits of Oats
Oats are a very nutrient-dense food. They are a wholegrain cereal which provide a good source of: fibre protein B vitamins, particularly vitamin B1 (thiamine) minerals including selenium, copper and magnesium phytochemicals What are the different types of oats? Depending on how they are processed, oats are known by different names which can sometimes be confusing. Briefly, these are the types of oats available: Whole oat groats – these are the least processed and also take the longest to cook. They have just been cleaned and the hull has been removed. Steel cut oats – also known as Irish oats or pinhead oats, these are oat groats that have been…
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Recipe: Banana and Oat Pancakes
I’ve been making these pancakes for years now. They’re extremely easy to make and, in my (and my husband’s) opinion, are fluffier and tastier than the original American-style pancakes made with white flour. These pancakes are high in dietary fibre which is good for digestive health. As well as a host of other possible health benefits from the oats, flaxseeds and banana. See my articles on bananas and oats. My favourite pancake topping is my mixed berry compote and a little bit of maple syrup. What do you like to eat with your pancakes? Here is the recipe. I hope you enjoy it.
