Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas Recipe

Fuel your day with this delicious and nutritious Five Grain Cereal! This hearty breakfast recipe, inspired by Cooking Light, is packed with fiber and flavor. Each 1 1/2 cup serving boasts 271 calories, 6.5g fat, 8g protein, 51g carbs, and a whopping 8.9g of fiber. Imagine the warm, comforting taste of wholesome grains, perfectly complemented by sweet apricots, apples, and bananas. Easy to make and even easier to store (freeze the dry mix!), this recipe is your new go-to for a healthy and satisfying start to your day. Top with brown sugar and cinnamon for an extra touch of sweetness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 37 mins
Calories 242.5 kcal
Protein 15g
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How to Make Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas

  1. Grind 1/4 cup flaxseed using a spice or coffee grinder until coarsely ground.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground flaxseed with 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots, 1/2 cup chopped dried apples, 1/2 cup quick-cooking barley, 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  4. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
  5. Add the dry cereal mixture to the boiling water.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove the lid and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the cereal reaches your desired thickness, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
  8. Serve immediately. Consider topping each 1 1/2 cup serving with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and a dash of ground cinnamon.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

3g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas?

Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 37 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas?

Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas has approximately 242.5 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas?

The key ingredients for Five Grain Cereal With Apricots Apples And Bananas are Flax Seed, Steel Cut Oats, Dried Apricot, Dried Apple, Dried Banana, Cracked Wheat. See the full list with measurements above.

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