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Dress Up Your Oatmeal This January

by Calgary Food Bank | Jan 17, 2018 | Blog

When I was a kid I didn’t love oatmeal unless of course I could drown it in brown sugar and milk. The exception was my Grandpa’s oatmeal, it was perfect. I loved it. The oats were soaked over-night and there was of course the secret ingredient – Grandpa ‘magic’. I have yet to be able to make it just like Grandpa. Now, I love oatmeal. It’s a go-to breakfast for me and it’s never boring with endless ways to add flavor and punch to this oldie but goodie.

Oats are a nutrient-dense food loaded with protein, fiber and antioxidants. Incorporating oats into your diet provide benefits such as lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels, protecting against skin irritation and reducing blood pressure. These tiny grains, packed with goodness will help make you feel fuller, a perfect way to start your day. January is Oatmeal Month, and to celebrate we pulled together 5 delicious ways to dress up your oatmeal.

POWERED-UP PROTEIN BOWL
Are you looking for more protein and fiber in your breakfast, I mean who isn’t? Sneak some lentils into your oatmeal for a complete protein combo. Get this powered-up baked oatmeal recipe.

CAKE FOR BREAKFAST? YES PLEASE!
Creamy. Crunchy. Chewy. Crave-alicious. This carrot oatmeal is packed full of nutrients and tastes just like carrot cake. Hop on over to Oh She Glows for the recipe.

PUMPKIN SPICE OATMEAL (PSO)
PSO is the new PSL! If you are missing the fall taste of your Pumpkin Spice Latte, this may just do the trick to curb your craving. Get the recipe.

PERSONAL SIZED & PERSONALIZED
On the go and your way. This baked oatmeal recipe is perfect for those busy mornings when you need to eat and run. End the breakfast blues with these personalized breakfast cups.

WHEN IN DOUBT, ADD CHOCOLATE!
This double-chocolate oatmeal is a double win, healthy enough to be breakfast and decadent enough for dessert. Get the recipe.

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