Breakfasts: Cereals, Breads, Waffles: Creamy Banana Walnut Oatmeal

Wake up to this tasty, satisfying bowl of fruit and nut oatmeal that is made with milk instead of water.

Author: Recipe courtesy of 3-A-Day of Dairy - www.3aday.org
Date: January 17, 2013

Serves: 1 person(s)

Preparation Time: 2 mins
Cooking Time: 2 mins

Ingredients:

1 cup skim milk
2 packets plain instant oatmeal
1/2 ripe banana, mashed
1/2 Tbsp chopped walnuts

Directions:

In a small pan, combine milk and packets of oatmeal. Over medium-low heat, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until steaming hot, but not boiling. Stir until creamy. Stir in mashed banana. Garnish with walnuts and serve.

Microwave Directions:

In a small microwaveable bowl, combine milk and packets of oatmeal. Microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until steaming hot, but not boiling. Stir until creamy. Stir in mashed banana. Garnish with walnuts and serve.

Variations:

Use 1/2 cup regular quick oats or regular rolled oats instead of instant oatmeal. Allow extra cooking time.