Name: Protein Packed Oatmeal
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup plain oats; 1 cup low-fat dairy milk or soy milk (use less milk for thicker consistency oatmeal); ½ tsp cinnamon; ½ tsp vanilla extract; ½ cup fruit or choice or half of a small banana; 2 tbsp peanut butter; Additional toppings as desired: pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, walnuts, pistachios, almonds, dried coconut flakes, or other dried or fresh fruit

Protein Packed Oatmeal

CategoryEntrees

½ cup plain oats

1 cup low-fat dairy milk or soy milk (use less milk for thicker consistency oatmeal)

½ tsp cinnamon

½ tsp vanilla extract

½ cup fruit or choice or half of a small banana

2 tbsp peanut butter

Additional toppings as desired: pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, walnuts, pistachios, almonds, dried coconut flakes, or other dried or fresh fruit

Bring the milk to a boil in a medium pan.

Stir in the oats, and reduce the heat to low. Stir occasionally until oats have soften to desired texture.

Pour the oatmeal into a bowl and add the toppings. Serve and enjoy!

Around the holiday season, many of us are privileged to be able to share a meal with our family or friends. Holiday meals are typically larger, family-style meals. While we may look forward to this special meal, let’s not forget to nourish our bodies for the rest of the day. Eating a few nutrient-packed meals throughout the day can set us up for success, so where should you start? Breakfast!

We might have all heard the saying “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” by now, but why? Starting your day with a meal or snack can help you out the rest of the day. Eating breakfast can fill you up and keep you fuller longer, which can help reduce frequent snacking and the desire for larger portioned meals later in the day. Eating breakfast along with other balanced meals throughout the day can make it easier for you to get the right amount of nutrients, like protein, vitamins, and minerals your body needs to be energized and stay healthy.

Start your holiday morning off with a hearty breakfast, like this protein-packed oatmeal.

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