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Savory Oatmeal with Soft-Cooked Egg and Bacon Recipe

Replace your same old oatmeal recipe with a new twist in the morning. This savory oatmeal recipe includes oatmeal with milk with egg and bacon, which turns a standard breakfast staple into a satisfying and savory oatmeal. 

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients

1 cup - lowfat milk
1/2 cup - old-fashioned oats, uncooked
pinch - sea salt (plus additional for serving)
1 teaspoon - cooking oil (or 1/2 second spray)
1 - large egg
1 tablespoon - cheddar cheese, shredded
1 slice - cooked bacon, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons - green onion, sliced
Fresh cracked pepper
Pair each serving with:
8-ounce glass of milk

Directions

Combine 1 cup milk, oats and salt and cook according to package instructions to desired creaminess. While the oats cook, heat a small, non-stick skillet over medium.

Lightly coat with cooking oil. Add egg and cook to desired doneness, about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk.

Serve oatmeal in a bowl topped with cheese, bacon, egg and green onion. If desired, season with salt and pepper. Serve with remaining 8-ounce glass of milk.

 

Nutrition

540 calories; 23 g fat; 8 g saturated fat; 225 mg cholesterol; 32 g protein; 52 g carbohydrates; 4 g fiber; 800 mg sodium; 605 mg calcium. Nutrition figures based on using lowfat milk, and include an 8-ounce glass of milk.