Breakfast

Soaked Oatmeal is for Breakfast.

Soaked Oatmeal takes several minutes to prepare.

Soaked Oatmeal takes several minutes to cook.

Soaked Oatmeal makes 8 servings.

The ingredients for Soaked Oatmeal are:

3 1/2 cups Water
2 cups Rolled Oats
2 T Kefir
1/2 cup Almonds, finely chopped
1/2 cup Raisins and/or Dehydrated Apples

Here is how you make Soaked Oatmeal:

1. I find it easiest to soak my oatmeal in a glass quart size jar. I fill with the oats and just cover slightly with fresh filtered water. But you can use any various container.2. Add your acid medium, and nuts, as desired. Soaking the nuts help break down their unique phytates as well.3. Cover with lid and shake to combine. Easy! Takes a matter of 3-4 minutes to get those oats soaking away. Put in a cupboard and allow to soak.After soaking, heat up an additional 1 1/2 cups of water. After it boils, add the soaked oats, and any additional toppings you desire. We love chopped apples, raisins and shredded coconut. Turn down temperature to a simmer, and allow to cook for 5 minutes or so. Remove from heat and top with ground flax seeds, if desired.Serve with butter, honey and fresh milk for a wonderful nutritious breakfast!The flax seeds and nuts increase fiber and protein! Great for pregnant mommies too!Number of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user REARUNS.

The nutritional information for Soaked Oatmeal is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 8
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 147.8

• Total Fat: 4.8 g
• Cholesterol: 0.2 mg
• Sodium: 6.0 mg
• Total Carbs: 35.7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.3 g
• Protein: 4.5 g