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How to make porridge - perfect every time!

Here's how to make porridge perfectly every time! This quick guide will show you some useful tips for the perfect porridge recipe, plus some delicious porridge toppings ideas.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Choose Serving Size 1

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup oats coarse
  • 1 ½ cup water
  • 1 pinch salt

Toppings:

  • frozen or fresh berries - my mix contained black and red currants raspberries, blackberries, strawberries and even some pitted sour cherries
  • 1 Tbsp sugar-free preserved lemon zest
  • 2-3 Tbsps coconut flakes
  • date syrup to taste
  • 1 Tbsp sugar-free blueberry jam

Instructions

  • Add the oats to a pot. Pour the water and add a pinch of salt.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat then lower the heat to medium-low.
  • Stir constantly using a wooden spoon.
  • Once it thickens it's ready - about 10-15 minutes in my case.
  • Pour the porridge into a bowl.
  • Add the toppings and serve right away.