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Peanut Butter-Banana Oatmeal

The Washington Post, January 16, 2008
  • Course: Breakfast
  • Features: Fast, Healthy, Kid-Friendly

Summary:

The banana and peanut butter flavors in this creamy oatmeal are quite subtle. It tastes even better the next day, so you might want to make a double batch and keep it in the refrigerator; reheat with a little extra milk.

2 to 3 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal (do not use quick-cooking or instant)
  • 2 1/3 cups water
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 1 banana, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1/3 cup low-fat milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter

Directions:

Combine the oatmeal, water and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring, over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, until thickened and creamy. Add the peanut butter, banana, milk and butter; mix gently to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Divide among individual bowls and serve hot.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from the paperback edition of "French Women Don't Get Fat," by Mireille Guiliano (Vintage, 2007).

Tested by Julie Ann Perschbacher for The Washington Post.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Per serving (based on 3)
Calories: 212
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: 8g 12
Saturated Fat: 2g 10
Cholesterol: 2mg 1
Sodium: 154mg6
Total Carbohydrates: 30g 10
Dietary Fiber: 4g 16
Sugar: n/a
Protein: 7g
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g

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