A bowl of hot porridge makes for a quick and easy breakfast , especially for those wanting to lose weight. It even has cholesterol-lowering benefits . British Heart Foundation dietitian Victoria Taylor said: “Porridge is a healthy, nutritious way to start the day.
However, there is much debate about which oats are the best to use and which cooking method is healthiest.” There are several kinds of porridge oats, including rolled, quick and instant. Victoria noted: “Regardless of the type, shape or size, all porridge oats are whole grains and they all contain a soluble fibre called beta-glucan, which can help lower your cholesterol level if you have 3g or more of it daily, as part of a healthy diet .
A 40g serving of porridge oats contains 2g of beta-glucan.” To make porridge, Tom Kerridge has shared an easy three-ingredient recipe with three variations of toppings. He said: “Porridge is very good for you, but if you find it a bit bland, try one of my tasty toppings.
” Tom’s method is unique because it combines milk and water to preserve the creamy taste without increasing the calorie content. The health-centric chef also adds one extra step to his method before simmering the oats in the milk and water. And it will change the way you make porridge forever.
Ingredients 50g rolled oats 400ml water 135ml milk (whole milk, coconut or almond) Toppings (optional) 50g raspberries 1.5 tbsp coconut sugar One tbsp pistachios, chopped Method First, preheat the oven to 200C/ F.
