Boundy - Let’s Eat Oats!: Oatstanding Breakfast Recipes – Wake Up to National Oatmeal Day

Vermont may very well boast the highest consumption of oatmeal per capita, but it was theGreeks who were the first to dine on oatmeal, as the porridge type breakfast staple we knowtoday.

It's not surprising to learn that over 80 percent of households in the United States have thisversatile grain stored in their kitchen cupboards.Oatmeal is satisfying, warming and nutritious and its the perfect breakfast to give your family before they head out into the cold.What better way is there to celebrate National Oatmeal Day on October 29 than to discover how to create a variety of new and exciting recipes that include this versatile food staple?Treat your loved ones to Baked Oatmeal with Winter Citrus and Almonds, Maple Bacon and Almond Oatmeal, and Greek Style Pomegranate and Pistachio Overnight Oats.And for those alone moments when you need a personal pick- me- up why not try our Espresso and Banana Oat Smoothie?With 40 oatstanding recipes, you too will learn to love oats! Simply toss together your oat mix the night before for a just add water' breakfast that will blowyour mind.Servings: 1Prep Time: 10minsTotal Time: 8hours 10minsIngredients:

cup instant oats
2 dried rings apple (chopped)
1 tbsp. apple butter
1 tbsp. golden raisins
tbsp. unsalted butter
1 tsp brown sugar
tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch sea salt
cup boiling water

Directions:1. Add all ingredients, excluding the boiling water, into a heatproof re-sealable container. Stir well and refrigerate overnight.2. The following morning, pour the boiling water over the oat mix, stir and set aside for 3-4 minutes.3. Stir again and enjoy! Apple and almond flavors combine to make a hearty bowl of breakfast oatmeal.Servings: 1-2Prep Time: 8minsTotal Time: 25minsIngredients:
Oatmeal:

1 cup whole rolled oats
2 cups whole milk
1 apple (cored, chopped)
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp. almonds (sliced)

Almond Foam:

1 cup skimmed milk
1 tbsp. almond butter
1 tbsp. brown sugar

Directions:

1. For the oatmeal. In a medium saucepan combine the rolled oats along with the milk, chopped apple, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is creamy and thick for approximately 12-15 minutes. Stirring every 2-3 minutes to prevent the mixturefrom sticking to the saucepan.

2. For the almond foam. In a medium bowl whisk the milk, together with the butter and sugar.3. Using the steamer type attachment of your espresso machine, steam the milk.4. Divide the oatmeal between 2 breakfast bowls, topping with almond foam.5. Sprinkle with sliced almonds and enjoy. An utterly delicious spiced oatmeal with crunchy walnuts and sweet shredded carrot. Who doesn't love dessert for breakfast!?Servings: 4Prep Time: 5minsTotal Time: 20minsIngredients:
Oats:

2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned variety)
5 cups boxed coconut milk
1 tsp allspice
cup raw maple syrup
1 pound carrots (shredded)

Toppings:

Handful walnuts (chopped)
4 tsp chia seeds
6 figs (chopped)

Directions:1. Add all oat ingredients into a saucepan and bring to a boil.2. Turn down to a simmer, cover and cook for 12-14 minutes.3. Stir well and spoon into bowls.4. Scatter over your toppings and serve. A savory, cheesy bacon and egg oatmeal packed with protein. This hearty breakfast is a greatway to kick-start a new day.Servings: 1Prep Time: 3minsTotal Time: 10minsIngredients:

1 rasher bacon (finely chopped)
cup leeks (chopped)
Salt and pepper
cup rolled oats (old-fashioned variety)
1 medium egg
cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
Hot sauce

Directions:1. Fry the bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towelcovered plate to absorb excess fat.2. Saut the leeks in the remaining bacon fat in the pan. Season with salt and pepper and continue to cook until browned and softened.3. While the leeks are cooking, prepare the oats according to packet instructions.4. Set the leeks aside and fry the egg in the same pan.5. Transfer the oatmeal to a bowl. Top with the cooked leeks and egg and sprinkle over thebacon pieces and shredded cheese.6. Serve with a dash of hot sauce if desired. Simply toss all ingredients into your slow cooker and return a few hours later to discover asatisfying and delicious oatmeal packed with fruity flavor. This recipe is also vegan-friendly!Servings: 4Prep Time: 5minsTotal Time: 4hours 5minsIngredients:

Coconut oil
1 cup oatmeal (steel-cut)
2cups blueberry juice
cup coconut milk
1 cup + extra frozen blueberries
2 tbsp. agave nectar
tsp organic vanilla essence
Blueberries (for serving)
Flaked coconut (for serving)

Directions:1. Lightly grease your slow cooker with coconut oil.2. Pour in the oats, blueberry juice, a cup of the coconut milk and blueberries. Stir untilcombined.3. Cover with a lid and cook until the liquid has been absorbed by the oats. This will take a fewhours.4. Stir the mixture and pour in the remaining milk along with the agave and vanilla essence.5. Spoon into bowls and top with extra blueberries and a sprinkling of flaked coconut. If you're the type of person who loves both bacon and maple syrup on your pancakes, then you'll love this savory sweet oatmeal topped with sliced almonds.Servings: 2Prep Time: 5minsTotal Time: 10minsIngredients:

1 cup instant oats
2 tbsp. maple syrup
3 rashers cooked crispy bacon (crumbled)
1 tbsp. slivered almonds

Directions:1. Prepare the instant oats according to packet directions.2. Spoon into two bowls and drizzle 1 tbsp. of maple syrup over each.3. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and slivered almonds over each bowl and serve. A truly gourmet breakfast! A special brulee perfect for impressing the one you love. Cinnamon spiced creamy oatmeal, sits beneath a burnt caramel shell.Servings: 2Prep Time: 5minsTotal Time: 20minsIngredients:

2 cups whole milk
1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned variety)