Creamy porridge with banana and honey

⏱ 10 min · Serves 2

Cheap, filling and endlessly adaptable. Made properly it's silky rather than gluey — the trick is stirring and a pinch of salt.

Per serving: 390 kcal · 15.0g protein · 60.0g carbs · 9.5g fat

Ingredients

• 100g porridge oats
• 500ml milk (or half milk, half water)
• Pinch of salt
• 1 banana, sliced
• 2 teaspoons honey
• Handful of raisins or berries (optional)

Method

1. Tip the oats, milk and salt into a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over a medium heat.
2. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until thick and creamy. Add a splash more milk if it gets too stiff.
3. Spoon into bowls and top with sliced banana, a drizzle of honey and any berries or raisins.