Recipe: 2-Minute Super-Charged Oatmeal

If you want the benefits of oatmeal but think it takes too long to make in the morning, think again! This oatmeal recipe is hearty and fiber-rich, with pumpkin spice, fruit and nuts for sweetness and crunch — and it’s ready in two minutes! Make it in the microwave — what could be easier? It’ll keep you going all morning long!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup oatmeal (old-fashioned, not instant)
• 1 tablespoon ground flax
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
• 1 cup fat-free milk (can also substitute almond, rice or soy milk)
• 2 tablespoons nuts (no salt)
• 1/2 cup cut-up fresh or frozen (thawed) fruit
• 1 tablespoon all-bran cereal

Directions

1. In a 4-cup microwaveable bowl, combine oatmeal, flax, spice and milk.
2. Microwave for 2 minutes on high.
3. While oatmeal is cooking, measure out nuts, fruit and bran cereal into a serving bowl.
4. Pour cooked oatmeal mixture into the serving bowl and enjoy.

Nutrition information (per serving)

Makes 1 serving

Calories: 360
Fat: 1.5 grams
Saturated fat: 1.5 grams
Sodium: 140 mg
Protein: 17 grams
Carbohydrates: 45 grams
Sugar: 19 grams
Dietary fiber: 9 grams