Scotts Porridge Oats 1 kg (Pack of 12)

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Don’t add salt, as an excess intake can raise your blood pressure over time, and avoid adding sugar, syrup or honey. A tablespoon of syrup, for example, adds 60kcal and 16g of sugar – nearly a third of the daily maximum sugar intake for a woman. Maple syrup and honey may sound natural, but aren’t any healthier and the sugar content is very similar. The soil of Scotland is particularly good for growing oats which is why it eventually became a staple food. Whereas in England by the 1700s oats was mainly regarded as only fit for horse food! Getting the porridge ingredient ratio correct Also during medieval times the church dictated when people could consume meat and dairy, and so almond milk was frequently made in ordinary households who could afford the almonds. Traditional porridge or oatmeal tends not to be sweetened with sugar or a healthier syrup such as date or maple, but I do prefer to use some sugar. Usually some soft-brown sugar, demerara or date sugar.

Seeds –All of the above toppings can have seeds added to them for a little extra texture and a boost to the protein value of your bowl. We suggest sunflower seeds or pumpkin, gently roasted if you have the time.

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You need water almost the level of oats and a little bit more so the oatmeal will get cooked nicely. Add the sweetener. Now microwave in high for 2 minutes. Your oats should have been cooked by now. Is it bad to microwave steel cut oats? You can soak your oats overnight to speed up the cooking time – oatmeal, particularly pinhead oatmeal, takes longer to cook than the ready-steamed, rolled flakes. It takes such a long time to cook that I’m ill-disposed towards it from the start, but even so, I’m prepared to swear there’s no difference to the flavour. A Splash of Milk –This was a family favourite for us mainly, it has to be said, because when you’re in a rush in the morning, a dash of milk will help cool down a steaming bowl of porridge! Less burnt tounges before school. So what made oats and Porridge so popular in Scotland? The simple answer is the humble oat’s ability to grow with limited sunlight and in a large amount of rainfall. Sound like anywhere we know and love? The annual Porridge Making Championship takes place in Carrbridge, Scotland where the winner of the best traditional porridge made from water and oatmeal wins the much

Even the brand know little of their founders though with their earliest records attributing the running of the business to partners Robert Lauder, who looked after the technical aspects, and William Allen, who controlled the finances. 6. They are really good for you Pinhead/steel-cut oatmeal is different from the usual rolled oat flakes, but both are usually found in the same aisle within supermarkets and grocery stores. and long working day were doing other things whilst eating their breakfast. These same crofters and Highland farmers had a porridge drawer in their kitchen where the remains Combine water or milk, salt and oats in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 minutes; stir before serving. How do you microwave porridge without it exploding?In the United States, what we here in the UK call porridge is known as Oatmeal or Hot Cereal. They call it Oatmeal because this is what the porridge they’re used to making is made of. In the UK porridge has come to mean specifically oats boiled with water and milk, but the word actually describes any grain or cereal being boiled.

I generally add a tablespoon of flax meal, a tablespoon of bran, blueberries or bananas, and sprinkled with nuts, seeds or coconut. A slice or two of wholemeal toast adds more nutrition and ensures that I am filled up for many hours. Christmas flavour: add a tablespoon of mincemeat (fruit-based Christmas variety found in a jar!), chopped pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and a sprinkle of mixed spiced or cinnamon. Sadly we only had a spoon to hand when we made this recipe, but the Devil was fended off successfully! Porridge is a deliciously healthy way to start the day. Whichever type of oat your porridge recipe calls for, you will still be eating amazing whole grains, and these can help reduce cholesterol as part of a healthy diet. Full cream, golden syrup and raisins – We love this combination. It adds to the creaminess and provides a little texture and a dose of sweetness that helps set it all off wonderfully.The Book Maw Broon's Cookbook has another traditional Scottish porridge recipe which suggests using a mixture of coarse and medium oatmeal though with a cooking time of thirty minutes. Buy Maw Broon's Cookbook at a discounted price and with free delivery available. For something so simple as a bowl of traditional porridge it can be difficult if you don't get the ratio of oats to liquid quite right. Firstly, before we learn how to make porridge, we should know exactly what it is we’re making. We’ve tried to answer as many of the questions we’ve been asked about this Scottish breakfast classic as possible. Who knew there was so much to learn? Vegan no-oil cheesy oatcakes Useful recipe notes for the best bowl of Scottish Porridge or Scottish Oatmeal What can I add to porridge or oatmeal?