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Toffee-Apple Porridge

Recipe

Easy and filling, this porridge is the perfect start to the day! Rich in carbs, protein and fibre, oats are among the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat.

Serves: 4 people   |   Prep time: 10 minutes   |   Cook time: 15 minutes

Breakfast  

Ingredients

  • 500g (1lb) dessert apples, peeled, coredandroughly chopped  
  • 1 teaspoon ground mixed spice
  • 5 tablespoons soft brown sugar
  • 8 tablespoons water  
  • 600ml (1pint) milk  
  • 150g (5oz) porridge oats

Method

  1. Place the apples in a medium, heavy-based saucepan with the mixed spice, 3  tablespoons of the sugar and the measured water.  
  2. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.  
  3. Cover and simmer over a very gentle heat for 4–5  minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft yet still retaining some of their shape.  
  4. Set aside with a lid to keep warm while making the porridge.
  5. Bring the milk and remaining sugar to the boil, stirring occasionally.  
  6. Remove from the heat and add the porridge oats.  
  7. Stir well, then return to a low heat and cook for 4–5  minutes, stirring continuously, until the porridge has thickened.
  8. Stir half the apple mixture through the porridge until well mixed, then ladle into 4  warmed serving bowls.  
  9. Spoon over the remaining apple mixture and drizzle with the toffee-apple syrup to serve, if liked.