Oat Porridge With Goji Berries and Cinnamon Recipe

Oats and goji berries are full of slow-release energy and fibre, and both contain nutrients to help support a healthy nervous system. They are also considered to be natural sedatives, helping to lift low moods and calm the nerves. The addition of cinnamon and black sesame seeds provides a warming quality that makes this an excellent dish if you are feeling weak or are convalescing.

Serves

Ingredients

Butter, for greasing

225g (8oz) medium oatmeal or porridge oats

700ml (1 and a quarter pints) rice or cow’s milk

1 tbsp maple syrup

25g (scant 1oz) goji berries

1 tsp ground cinnamon

60g (2oz) sunflower seeds

25g (scant 1oz) black sesame seeds

A pinch of salt

Method

* Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F/Gas 5). Generously grease a glass or ceramic ovenproof dish with the butter. Place all the ingredients in the dish, mix well, and bake in the oven for 30 minutes. After 15 minutes, check the porridge and stir, adding some hot water or more milk, if it is sticking or becoming too thick and solid.

* Remove from the oven, divide between four serving bowls, and serve with a small jug of warmed milk.

Recipe taken from Neal’s Yard Remedies Healing Foods, published by DK, £16.99

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