It took me thirty seven years to fall in love with porridge - to be honest I wasn't sure I even wanted to - childhood memories of grey gloopy stuff in a bowl was not my thing. Don't get me wrong my parents never forced it on me - but they are my memories of it all the same.
I have made several attempts to like it in the past - I'm not getting any younger - I had to think of things like lowering my cholesterol and other such concerns nearing the big 4-0 bring!
It was all around me - or perhaps I was subconsciously listening for it - porridge is so good for you and you'll love it - even Neven Maguire couldn't tempt me with his MacNean House Irish Mist Porridge - well I got there in the end.
My ritual starts the night before -soaking the oats really helps - that added creaminess is a real draw for me. The berries (bought fresh and frozen at home) add a burst of sharpness all of which is balanced by the honey. So don't wait like I did go on, try it!
Serves 1
Ingredients
30g Porridge oats
200ml Milk (add more if necessary)
Handful of frozen berries
Honey
Method
Place the porridge and milk into a deep bowl and allow to soak overnight in the fridge.
The next morning microwave on FULL (800W) for 3 minutes. Allow to stand for 1 minute in the microwave. Carefully remove the scalding hot porridge from the microwave, add a handful of frozen berries and a drizzle of honey. Serve immediately.
This is my morning lifeline, the porridge to sustain me through the day, the honey for that sugar rush and the berries - well they are just plain tasty!
No Microwave? No Problem...
If the microwave is not your thing then try this instead - place the porridge and milk in a small heavy based saucepan. Bring to the boil over a medium to low heat - stirring all the time - once boiled reduce the heat and simmer for 2- 3 minutes until thick and creamy. Serve immediately.
Freezing What Now!
Carefully rinse the berries in a sieve, shake off the excess water - very important to get rid of all the excess water otherwise the berries will freeze in one large clump! Place the berries in a single layer on a baking tray lined with kitchen paper. Freeze for 6-8 hours or until solid.
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