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Breakfast Banana Oatmeal
Oatmeal for breakfast is very popular on diets. I personally don't like it but I have been trying to vary Mia's breakfast menu because she's been fussy this week. I believe she's having allergies because she has been sneezing and with watery eyes. Allergies are very common this time of the year, so I am just trying to work around her mood.
I did my research to get the push I needed to make the oatmeal and here is what I found:
As said before, oats are rich in fiber, protein and good fat. This grain is also packed with vitamins and minerals.
Among the health benefits of oats are helping lowering cholesterol, improving blood sugar levels, and increasing the growth of good bacteria in your intestines.
Oats are very versatile but in my opinion they lack taste, that is why I incorporated Bananas. What do we know about Bananas? Bananas are the #1 fruit Americans eat. They are cheap and you can find them year-round. Unlike any other fruit the ripen they are the more health benefits they provide, according to recent studies.
Bananas are said to help control blood pressure, asthma and diabetes; prevents cancer and memory loss; and promote heart and digestive health.
Bananas should be store at room temperature.
What do you need?
1/4 Cup steel cut oats
3/4 Cup whole milk or water
1/2 Banana
1/4 Tsp. Coconut sugar
Pinch of salt
What to do?
Heat the milk or water on low heat until it boils and add a tiny pinch of salt
Add the oats and remove for about 2 min
Cover with a lid and cook on low for about 12 to 15 minutes
Mash the banana and mix it to the oatmeal 4 minutes before removing it from the heat
Add the coconut sugar at the same time as the bananas (optional)
Voila!
Tips, variations & more:
You can also add 1/2 Tbsp. of unsweetened cocoa powder for a choco-banana oatmeal
You can serve with strawberries
