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Oatmeal porridge Recipe: Low Fat, Low Sugar

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The best porridge is made by simmering medium ground oatmeal overnight beside a peat fire. The quickest is made from oat-flakes in a microwave.

Per person

2 oz / 50g medium ground oatmeal

1/4 pint / 150 ml water

Soak the oatmeal in the water overnight.
In the morning, simmer gently for 35 - 40 minutes until the porridge is soft and smooth.
Salt to taste after cooking.
Serve with a small amount of low-fat yogurt (not sugar).

Per person

2 oz / 50g flaked oats

1/4 pint / 150 ml water

Place the oats and water in your microwave bowl. The water should just cover the oats.
Microwave at a simmer for 4 minutes.
Salt to taste after cooking.
Serve with a small amount of low-fat yogurt (not sugar).