Kitchen Chronicles: Oatmeal

I have spent 29 years on this earth and there is one thing that I have never done: cook fresh and tasty meals. But now, things are beginning to change (thanks primarily to my girlfriend). Every recipe that I will write about comes from her. Now, she can eat anything... as long as it does not contain corn, soy, gluten, or dairy. I have gotten on board with this diet and have not felt better. I have dropped a few pounds, I have been sleeping like a baby, and I walk around with a little more pep in my step!

Oatmeal
Difficulty: 0.5 out of 5
Category: Snack/Breakfast

Ingredients
Organic Gluten Free Rolled Oats
Berries (I used blackberries)
Nuts (I used Pecans)
Organic Grade B Maple Syrup
Water

Directions

1. Place one cup of the Organic Gluten Free Rolled Oats in a bowl
2. Add in two-thirds cup of water
3. Grab a small handful of nuts and place them in the bowl
4. Grab a small handful of the berry of your choice and place that into the bowl
5. Drizzle the Organic Grade B Maple syrup on top of the contents in the bowl.
6. Place in the microwave for 60-75 seconds and enjoy. 

I typically make this when I don't really feel like putting much energy into what I am about to eat. It is also good for a snack in the evening time or in-between meals. Keep portion control in mind when you add the contents!

Chris Fluck