Network Magazine Winter 2017 | Page 60

WINTER When it comes to setting yourself up for a cold winter’s day, The Healthy Chef has some comfort food breakfasts to nourish your body and soul. RECIPES: TERESA CUTTER Baked blueberry oatmeal This recipe is like eating apple pie for breakfast! It’s full of fibre and goodness that supports a healthy digestive system, as well as warming spices to bring this nourishing meal to life. Serves 2 Ingredients 100g (1 cup) rolled oats 2 tablespoons chia seeds or golden ground flaxseeds 250ml (1 cup) rice milk 1 / 4 teaspoon sea salt 1 apple, grated 1 / 3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder 1 tablespoon raw honey (optional) 60g (½ cup) blueberries + extra for garnish 35g (¼ cup) flaked almonds (optional) 60 | NETWORK WINTER 2017 Combine oats, chia seeds, rice milk and sea salt into a bowl. Cover and place into the fridge overnight. The next morning, preheat oven to 170°C fan-forced (325°F). Remove soaked oatmeal from the fridge and add grated apple, cinnamon, vanilla, baking powder and honey. Fold through blueberries. Divide between 2 heatproof serving bowls or pre-heated individual cast iron pans. Garnish with a sprinkle of flaked almonds and scatter with a few extra blueberries. Bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from the oven and serve with a dollop of Greek style yoghurt or coconut yoghurt with a drizzle of honey.