Chai Oatmeal

"Rolled oats simmered in sweet, spice-infused milk make an exquisite breakfast cereal,"Katzen notes. Oat bran not only boosts the fiber, it also makes the oatmeal creamy and thick.

Yield: Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

• 1 1/2  cups  2% or whole milk
• 1/4  teaspoon  salt
• 1/4  teaspoon  ground coriander
• 1/4  teaspoon  ground cardamom
• 1/4  teaspoon  ground cinnamon
• 1/4  teaspoon  ground turmeric
• 2  teaspoons  honey, plus more to taste
• 1/8  teaspoon  vanilla extract, optional
• 3/4  cup  regular (not quick-cooking) oats
• 2  tablespoons  oat bran, optional

Preparation

Combine the milk, salt, and spices in a small saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer 5 minutes, stirring constantly; add the honey, vanilla (if desired), oats, and bran (if desired), and stir until combined. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the oatmeal is thick and creamy. Serve hot with additional honey to taste.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

248

Fat:

6g (sat 3g,mono 2g,poly 1g)

Cholesterol:

14mg

Protein:

12g

Fiber:

5g

Iron:

2mg

Sodium:

387mg