HEALTHY HEALING TURMERIC PORRIDGE

SERVES 2 HANDS-ON TIME 10 mins COOK TIME 10 mins

1 cup rolled oats

2 cups (500ml) unsweetened almond milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste

½ teaspoon ground turmeric

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

(to help activate the turmeric – see note))

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ banana, mashed

1 tablespoon honey, plus extra for drizzling

1. Combine the oats and almond milk in a saucepan and place over medium–high heat. Bring to the boil, then immediately reduce the heat to medium–low and stir in the vanilla, turmeric, pepper and cinnamon.

2. Cook, stirring frequently so it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan, for a few minutes until the liquid has been absorbed.

3. Add the banana and honey to the porridge and stir well with a fork, ensuring the banana is evenly distributed.

4. Cook, stirring now and then, for a further minute or two until thickened. Serve at once, topped with your favourite toppings (right). Drizzle with the extra honey. Enjoy!

Note: Black pepper contains compounds that boost the absorption of the curcumin in turmeric, known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

NUTRITION (per serve) 1321kJ/316 cal.

7.3g protein. 45.1g carbs. 1.2g sat fat. 5.8g fibre. 132mg sodium. Toppings not included.