SUMMERTIME OATMEAL

Some people think of oats as a hot cereal perfect for when leaves start falling or there’s snow on the ground, but I love them all year round. In our house, we call this version Summertime Oatmeal because it’s a cool and refreshing way to enjoy oatmeal even when it’s sweltering outside. Prepare it the night before and spoon the goodness into jars for a quick and easy breakfast.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl and stir to mix. Spoon into two 1-pint/470ml jars with tight-fitting lids or two small bowls and cover tightly.

Step 2

Refrigerate overnight and remove the vanilla pod before serving.

Step 3

MAXIMIZING YOUR MORNING Want to start your day with a five–check mark breakfast? Add berries, flaxseeds, nuts and spices to your oatmeal. How about a six-plus-check mark smoothie? Create a thirst-quenching beverage by blending berries and other fruits, greens, flaxseeds and spices.(See here and here.) Daily Dozen Foods X BERRIES X OTHER FRUITS X NUTS AND SEEDS X WHOLE GRAINS