STOVETOP OATMEAL with WHIPPED BANANA

Oatmeal cooked in a saucepan

Hands-on time: 5 minutes plus frequent stirring
Time to table: 15 minutes
Makes 2 cups

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup skim milk
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt (don't skip the salt!)
• 1 banana, sliced thin

In a saucepan, stir together the oats, milk, water, salt, begin cooking on medium heat. Add the banana and continue to cook, stirring often, until oatmeal is fully cooked and banana has been absorbed into the oatmeal, about 7 - 10 minutes. (Do pay attention between stirs, the banana’s sweetness encourages burning.) Serve immediately. Can be made ahead and reheated in the microwave for about 30 seconds.

NUTRITION ESTIMATE Per Half Cup: 122Cal; 2g Tot Fat; 0g Sat Fat; 1mg Cholesterol; 328mg Sodium; 23g Carb; 3g Fiber; 4g Sugar; 5g Protein; Weight Watchers 2 points

Adapted from KathEats, who shares many oatmeal ideas in a post called Kath's Tribute to Oats

recipe via kitchenparade.com