Saturday, September 11, 2010

Apple-Cinnamon Oatmeal Mix Recipe Breakfast


Found this recipe at http://www.tasteofhome.com/

Quick & tasty Breakfast!
"Oatmeal is a breakfast staple at our house," relates Lynne Van Wagenen from Salt Lake City, Utah. "It's a warm nutritious start to the day that keeps us going all morning. We used to buy the oatmeal mixes, but we think our homemade version is better! Feel free to substitute raisins or other dried fruit for the apples."

Apons on & mixing bowls out..... get ready to make this delicious oatmeal mix

Apple-Cinnamon Oatmeal Mix Recipe

16 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 5 min.

Ingredients
6 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/3 cups nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup dried apples, diced
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENT (for each serving):
1/2 cup water

Directions
In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 8 cups total.

To prepare oatmeal: Shake mix well. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; slowly stir in 1/2 cup mix. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 1 minute or until oatmeal reaches desired consistency. Yield: 1 serving.

Nutritional Facts: One serving equals 176 calories, 2 g fat (trace saturated fat), 1 mg cholesterol, 185 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 7 g protein. Diabetic Exchange: 2 starch.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Healthy Homemade oatmeal mixes day2


Raisin Oatmeal Mix Recipe
from http://www.tasteofhome.com/

Get on your
Apron & start mixing!

Enjoy a warm & FAST bowl of oatmeal each morning! Make your own mix & the kids can even microwave it themselves!

"We like the sweet cinnamony flavor of this instant oatmeal at our house," relates Robert Caummisar of Grayson, Kentucky. The mix makes it convenient to zap a bowl in the microwave for a speedy breakfast. If you like milk with your oatmeal, you can pour a little on top before serving.

Servings 14 ... Prep/Total Time: 10 min.
Ingredients
6 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped dried apples or dried banana chips
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENT FOR OATMEAL:
3/4 cup water

Directions
In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Divide into two batches; store in airtight containers in a cool dry place for up to 1 month. Yield: 7 cups of mix (two batches oatmeal mix--each batch makes 7 servings).

To prepare oatmeal: In a deep microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup oatmeal mix and 3/4 cup water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds; stir. Cook 20-50 seconds longer or until bubbly. Let stand for 1-2 minutes.

Yield: 1 serving.

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup equals 186 calories, 2 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 175 mg sodium, 36 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchange: 2-1/2 starch.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Healthy Homemade Oatmeal Mixes

I quit smoking 6 months ago & since then... saw my pant size increase by 2 sizes! 30 additional pounds! (and I'm not small to begin with!)

Well... I never really ate that much & never really ate too much junk food. I skipped breakfast but snacked everytime I had a craving for a smoke.

Starting this week, I began using the Wii fit (I like hoola hooping).... but also started to have a warm & filling Oatmeal breakfast each morning. In 5 days, I am down 3 1/2 pounds. Now that may be some water weight cuz I am trying to drink more water during the day... but it's a start!

Here are some "oatmeal mix recipes" that I got from
The Taste of Home
Get your
Apron on & make these to have for quick & easy breakfasts!
CHECK BACK FOR THE NEXT COUPLE DAYS.... A NEW OATMEAL MIX RECIPE EACH DAY!

Spiced Oatmeal Mix Recipe

18 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 15 min.


Ingredients
8 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups chopped mixed dried fruit
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg


Directions
In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

To prepare oatmeal: Contents of mix may settle during storage. When preparing recipe, spoon mix into measuring cup. In a deep microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup oatmeal mix and 1 cup water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly, stirring every 30 seconds. Let stand for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Yield: 18 servings.
This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts: 1 cup prepared oatmeal equals 210 calories, 3 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 137 mg sodium, 42 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fruit.