Pear & Cinnamon Oatmeal
Oats are loaded with nutrients, including a unique group of antioxidants called avenanthramides which researchers found may help lower blood pressure levels. And they contain beta-glucan, a powerful soluble fiber that helps make you feel fuller, promotes good gut health, and reduces blood sugar and cholesterol levels. So before heading out the door in the mornings, make yourself a quick bowl of oatmeal. Add a few other health-benefiting ingredients like the ones in the recipe below, which include pear and cinnamon.
Ingredients
1 cup (80 grams) oatmeal
2 cups (470 milliliters) water
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 large pear, peeled, cored & roughly chopped
1 cup (240 milliliters) almond milk, unsweetened
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Steps
Place the oats, water, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the chopped pears and half the almond milk, then stir well.
When the oatmeal returns to a boil, lower the heat, cover it with a lid, and let it simmer, frequently stirring, for about 15 minutes. Add milk to the rest of the milk as required.
Once the oatmeal is smooth and creamy, turn off the heat. Then stir in the maple syrup and cinnamon.
Divide between two bowls and sprinkle with more cinnamon and walnuts (optional). Serve straight away.
