Double Boiler Oatmeal... only the best for oatmeal snobs!

This is one of my morning favorites that I used to think it was impossible to make... partially because no one makes oatmeal like my mom.  However, after observing the process, I think I've got it nailed!   I'm now an oatmeal snob... and refuse to eat the packaged stuff.  Today, I made the recipe for a group of coworkers to celebrate Lindsey's Birthday!

To make the best oatmeal ever, you need:

• 1 cup of Quaker Oats (not instant)
• 2 cups of Milk ( I use Horizon Organic 2%)
• 1 tablespoon of cinnamon sugar
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla
• Double Boiler

 First, fill up the bottom of your double boiler with water.   Next, mix all of the ingredients into the top pot.

 Next, cover your pot and put the gas on high until the water starts to boil.

 Once the water starts to boil, bring your heat down to low/medium.   Let it simmer, stirring every 5-10 minutes. 

 After about 30 minutes, check the consistency...  If you like it, it's done, if not, let it cook some more.  If it's too thick, add a little more milk.   It's really up to you and how you like it!

Lastly, top with your favorite toppings!   The Field School bunch loves bananas, chocolate chips, and walnuts.  Today, we used chocolate chips, bananas, and granola.    Of course, plain is wonderful too!   Let me know what you think and if you come up with any other good combos with toppings!

Spinach Pie

 This morning we had Jess & Ethan over for breakfast.  Other than some yummy morning buns from Trader Joe's, I decided to make some Spinach Pie!   A Weight Watchers recipe my mom had found a couple years ago.  I've tried adding various ingredients however the way I made it today is by far my favorite. 

You need:

• Three egg whites
• 1 bag of frozen spinach (I usually move it from the freezer to the fridge the night before)
• 16 oz. Fat Free Cottage Cheese (which I normally would never eat... however in here, it's fabulous)
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan Cheese
• Canadian Bacon (optional)

First, preheat the oven to 450ºF.

Then mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl.

 

Next, put the mixture in a pie pan.   Sometimes I sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese on the top... I LOVE Parmesan cheese. 

Bake your Spinach Pie for 45 minutes to an hour - I watch to see when the top is golden brown.

Then enjoy!   I've tried it with bacon, tomatoes, and other veggies as well included with the above mixture.   Be creative!   If you come across a yummy addition, please share in the comments.  I'd love to try it!