Banana Walnut Oatmeal

Submitted by Dancer

"Wake up to this tasty, satisfying bowl of oatmeal that is made with milk instead of water. It is a great way to use up overripe banana!"

 

• Ready In: 8mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1 cup 1% low-fat milk (fat-free or skim is okay)
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup quick oats
• 1 very ripe banana, mashed
• 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (optional)
• maple syrup

directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine milk, salt and 3/4 cup water; heat over medium heat until steaming hot, but not boiling.
2. Add oats and cook, stirring until creamy, 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in mashed banana and 1 tablespoon maple syrup.
4. Divide between 2 bowls, garnish with walnuts and a little more maple syrup and serve.

Reviews

[bullwinkle]

This tastes like banana bread to me. We both liked the flavor. Very quick and easy. Thanks Dancer. Bullwinkle.