Porridge

Porridge

Porridge

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Simple and nutritious porridge. Add fruit for extra flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Servings 1 adult
Calories 255
Cuisine International
Taste Creamy
Occasion Everyday breakfast
Difficulty Level Beginner
Cooking Method Boiled
Cost $
Diet Diabetic, Hindu, Lacto-Vegetarian, Low Fat, Low Salt, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Intolerance Dairy, Gluten, Grain, Wheat
Health Tag Low-sodium

Equipment

  • Measuring cup
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Stove

Ingredients
 
 

  • 40 g porridge oats
  • 240 ml milk low-fat

Instructions
 

  • Put everything in a saucepan (non-stick, if possible) and gradually bring to the boil.
  • Once it has come to the boil, turn down the heat and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes depending on how tender you like your oats.
  • Stir it occasionally.
  • If it gets too thick, just add an extra drop of low-fat milk or water.

Notes

If you want to microwave the porridge, just follow the instructions on the pack. Add fruit for extra flavor.

Nutrition per Serving

Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 13gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 96mgPotassium: 525mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 469IUCalcium: 322mgIron: 2mg

Source

Adapted from 101 Square Meals: Easy Recipes for Everyday Life by the Health Service Executive and Safefood, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Original available here.
Image source:
Image from 101 Square Meals by Health Service Executive and Safefood, CC BY 4.0.
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