Cream of Oatmeal

I’ve been experimenting with this recipe for a few days, trying to get the right mix of texture and flavor. It was inspired because I accidentally bought steel cut oats rather than thick cut oats, and I couldn’t eat them because of what’s going on with my mouth after the accident two years ago. I wanted a smooth, tasty high protein breakfast without having to resort to a smoothie all the time. This is the result and it is so good!

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk or milk alternative
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 serving of your favorite vanilla protein powder
• 2 tsp sugar-free fiber powder
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1. In order listed, place all ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Place in a microwave safe bowl.
4. Microwave for 30-40 seconds. Stir and microwave for another 30-40 seconds until the consistency you like.
5. Let cool one minute before serving.

You can store the uncooked, blended mix overnight. I take it to work and heat it there. The cereal is about the consistency of Cream of Wheat, which is why I call it Cream of Oatmeal.