Hearty Pantry Porridge with Fruit Swirl
A quick and easy breakfast, this hearty pantry porridge is made with rolled oats and can be customized with your favorite fruit swirl.
Equipment
- small saucepan
- bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup water or milk
- salt Pinch of
Optional Add-ins
- 1 tsp honey or brown sugar optional
- 1 tbsp fruit jam or mashed fresh fruit e.g., berries, banana
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Combine oats, water or milk, and salt in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the oats are creamy.
- Stir in honey or brown sugar if desired.
- Remove from heat and transfer the porridge to a bowl.
- Swirl in the fruit jam or mashed fresh fruit before serving.
Notes
For a creamier porridge, use milk instead of water. Adjust the amount of sweetener and fruit to your taste.