The other day my roomie Lauren and I were talking about veggies, and how underappreciated leeks are. She shared with me this recipe idea for oatmeal with leeks. I usually enjoy oatmeal with maple syrup, dried or fresh fruit/nuts, and some soy milk poured on top. It's so delish and like a sweet, nourishing sundae!-but being health-conscious, I'm careful not to overdo the sweet. Sooo.. this is a nice savory alternative.
Savory Oatmeal with Shallots and Leeks
Ingredients:
About 1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 shallot, chopped
1 leek (white part only), sliced into thin half moons
3/4 cup organic vegetable stock and 1/4 water
1 cup rolled oats
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
optional:1/4 teaspoon thyme (recommended!)
optional: sunflower seeds, sprinkled on top
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a saucepan in medium/low heat
- Add the shallots and leeks
- Stir frequently, add salt and pepper, allow to cook for about 3 mins
- Add the stock and water, raise heat and bring to a simmer
- Add the rolled oats, allow to simmer, then slightly lower heat
- Cook for about 3 min ( or longer, depending on how soft or firm you prefer your oatmeal), adding a little water to keep a moist consistency
- Add salt and pepper to taste, if desired
- Remove from heat and optionally serve with thyme and/or sunflower seeds
- Enjoy!
Ellie
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