Porridge is a quick and easy breakfast. If you haven’t tried porridge in years or if you have memories of a grey solid lump in a bowl, it’s worth trying again using this recipe.

Ingredients - Serves 1 Adult

• 40g / 1½ oz. of porridge oats
• 240ml / 8½ fl oz. of semi-skimmed milk
• 1 teaspoon of honey

Method

1. Put everything in a saucepan, non-stick if you have one and gradually bring to the boil
2. Once it has come to the boil turn it down and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes depending on how tender you like your oats
3. Stir it occasionally
4. If it gets too thick, just add an extra drop of semi-skimmed milk or water
5. If you want to microwave the porridge, just follow the instructions on the pack and add the honey at the end

Serving Suggestions

Chop strawberries into your porridge or add a handful of frozen summer berries like raspberries, blackberries or add sunflower seeds!

Cinnamon is a nice addition to porridge, why not give it a go?

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