Herbs, cheddar and zucchini porrige

A new and savoury way to eat porridge

Ingredients

  • 250 ml (1 cup) unsweetened milk or soy beverage
  • 180 ml (¾ cup) old-fashioned oatmeal
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) fresh parsley
  • 5 ml (1 tsp) potted oregano (or 2.5 ml (½ tsp.) Dried oregano)
  • 1 large green onion, sliced
  • 125 ml (½ cup) grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium zucchini cut into small cubes
  • 160 ml (⅔ cup) Olympic Organic Plain yogurt
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation

  1. In a large, microwaveable container, combine milk, oats, parsley, oregano and green onions. Cook for 5 minutes then let rest in the appliance for at least 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in cheese and zucchini, then cook for an additional minute.
  3. Upon serving, cover each portion with ⅓ cup (80 ml) of yogurt. To taste, decorate with a little more cheese, parsley and green onions.

Recipe & photo credits : Cynthia Marcotte