In the winter time, my favorite is Cream of Wheat. Not sure how that compares to oatmeal? (good subject to research!). I make the Cream of Wheat with half water/half milk, then add a little brown sugar and cinnamon on top. Serve with apple slices...yummy! It is really quick to make, about 1-2 minutes in the microwave.
My son and I usually eat the same thing for breakfast (I don't have a choice; he'll want whatever I have), so for cold cereal we usually opt for Cheerios (I get Honey Nut Cheerios for myself), any type of Kashi-brand cereal.
I've also made pancakes with ricotta cheese and pureed beets, mixed with pumpkin puree and store-bought pancake mix (I know! sounds terrible but it is so good..you can't taste the beet puree, and the ricotta has no flavor; just adds a creamy texture). So, I don't feel bad having pancakes, since they're packed with protein and nutrients. I have some maple syrup or apple butter to dip the pancakes in (they aren't swimming in sugar that way).
I love eggs, but agree with Diane that it's too much prep work. I make the pancakes ahead of time, freeze them, then pop them in the toaster oven. I also like the grab-n-go oatmeal bars, there are some that are healthier options.
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In the winter time, my favorite is Cream of Wheat. Not sure how that compares to oatmeal? (good subject to research!). I make the Cream of Wheat with half water/half milk, then add a little brown sugar and cinnamon on top. Serve with apple slices...yummy! It is really quick to make, about 1-2 minutes in the microwave.
My son and I usually eat the same thing for breakfast (I don't have a choice; he'll want whatever I have), so for cold cereal we usually opt for Cheerios (I get Honey Nut Cheerios for myself), any type of Kashi-brand cereal.
I've also made pancakes with ricotta cheese and pureed beets, mixed with pumpkin puree and store-bought pancake mix (I know! sounds terrible but it is so good..you can't taste the beet puree, and the ricotta has no flavor; just adds a creamy texture). So, I don't feel bad having pancakes, since they're packed with protein and nutrients. I have some maple syrup or apple butter to dip the pancakes in (they aren't swimming in sugar that way).
I love eggs, but agree with Diane that it's too much prep work. I make the pancakes ahead of time, freeze them, then pop them in the toaster oven. I also like the grab-n-go oatmeal bars, there are some that are healthier options.
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