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Everyday Β· Breakfast

Lenten Oat Porridge

Breakfast with water, fruit and nuts

Any fast dayPrep 2 minCook 8 minServes 2
When to eat it. No oil, wine or fish, so it fits even the strict weekdays of Lent.

Ingredients

Method

  1. Bring the water and salt to a boil.
  2. Stir in the oats and cook on low for 5 minutes, stirring.
  3. Stir in the grated apple for the last minute.
  4. Top with nuts, honey and cinnamon.

Tip. Oat or almond milk works too, if you check the label for added dairy.

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