Creamy Date Porridge
Dates, oats and dark brown sugar turn into a decadent breakfast treat in this creamy porridge. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 1998
Ingredients
Directions
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Combine milk, oats, dates, brown sugar, salt and stick in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring, until mixture is thick and creamy, about 4 minutes. Remove the cinnamon stick; stir in vanilla.
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Spoon into bowls and top with walnuts, sliced bananas or apples and plain nonfat yogurt (if desired).
Tips
People with celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity should use oats that are labeled “gluten-free,” as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
183 calories; 1.7 g total fat; 0.3 g saturated fat; 2 mg cholesterol; 198 mg sodium. 389 mg potassium; 36.8 g carbohydrates; 3.5 g fiber; 22 g sugar; 7.1 g protein; 20 IU vitamin a iu; 19 mcg folate; 160 mg calcium; 1 mg iron; 76 mg magnesium; 3 g added sugar;
Exchanges:
1 starch, 1 fruit, 1/2 fat-free milk
