Muesli

 

Introduction

Muesli, a European breakfast standard, is made from uncooked grains traditionally soaked in fruit juice overnight. Try this updated morning treat with rolled oats that can be eaten right away.

 

Ingredient

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/2 cup chopped dried fruit (apples, figs, apricots, etc.)
• 1/2 cup raisins
 

 

 

 

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine oats, almonds, dried fruit, and raisins.
2. Leave whole or grind in a food processor for a finer cereal.
3. To serve, mix with hot or cold fortified soy- or rice milk, fruit juice, or applesauce.
4. Top with fresh fruit if desired, and let stand a few minutes before serving.

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Ingredient

• 2/3 cup apple juice concentrate
• 1 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup raisins or currants (optional)

 

 

 

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine oats, apple juice concentrate, water, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook three minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in raisins or currants, if using.
4. Let stand three minutes before serving.

Creamy Oatmeal

Ingredient

• 3/4–1 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup oats cinnamon,
• to taste fruit,
• to taste (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Mix together oats and water and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to very low and let simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired consistency.
3. Add cin­namon and fruit, if desired.