This morning I wanted something really good but I didn't know what...finally decided on oatmeal. But I didn't want the usual oatmeal. Normally I do a nice mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon but today, I wanted something a little more reminiscent of pumpkin pie. What can I say...it's that time of year...
After cooking my oatmeal I then added a touch of brown sugar with a nice dose of pumpkin pie spice. The oatmeal was a little thick and I should have added a splash of vanilla soy milk, but I was too hungry to take the time to do so. I know...lame excuse. Still though, even without the soy milk the end result: great oatmeal! Very pleased with the flavor and will definitely be repeating the experiment!
Flavor aside, I should consider adding oatmeal to my diet several times a week. As a whole grain, there are numerous health benefits. As it is widely known, oatmeal helps reduce the body's concentration of LDL, or bad cholesterol. Studies show it may also provide protection against high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and heart disease.* Recent studies have also shown a link between oatmeal and an anti-inflammatory effect, for those paying particularly close attention to foods in that category.*
*Heartier Benefits Seen From Oatmeal
I wish I could get my act together and have oatmeal for breakfast, especially now that it is cold out. Well, I guess cold is kind of a stretch! Happy MoFo!
ReplyDeletei may be having oatmeal but on the inside i'm really wanting pizza...happy mofo to you!
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