Oatmeal Porridge

You may or may not like quick oatmeal prepared in the microwave, but if you have never tasted porridge, you have missed out. Porridge has a smooth, creamy consistency whereas oatmeal is rather thick, chewy, and (sometimes) dry. It is absolutely scrumptious! I've used different fruits in my porridge: strawberries, canned peaches and apricots, or apples (pictured). Apple-cinnamon is by far the best, in my family's opinion. =) I shred the apple so it cooks up to a nice consistency and adds that flavorful juice to the whole thing. Yummy!

For more information about porridge and step-by-step instructions, see my blog post, How to Make Porridge.

Modified recipe from Nourishing Traditions

• 1 C. rolled oats
• 1 C. water
• 2 T. acid medium (kefir, yogurt, buttermilk, or lemon juice)
• 2 T. whole wheat flour
• 1 C. milk
• Honey, evap. cane juice, or brown sugar to taste
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, optional
• 1/2 C. chopped fruit, optional
• Pad of butter

In a glass jar, combine oats, flour, water, and acid medium. Screw on the lid and shake to mix thoroughly. Let soak overnight or up to 24 hours.

Pour into a saucepan, add milk, honey or brown sugar, cinnamon, and fruit, if desired. Cook over medium heat for five minutes. Serve topped with a pad of butter.

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