Apple and Oat Crumble

Oats are an extremely versatile ingredient and are perfect in sweet dishes such as this delicious crumble. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Ingredients (1 serving):
160 g (1 cup) of sour apples (e.g. Granny Smith)
30 g rolled oats
15 g butter
20 g chopped walnuts
Cinnamon
Vanilla
Lemon juice
Pinch of salt

Preparation:
Cut the apple into small cubes or slices, mix with lemon juice and place into a small greased casserole dish. Combine the nuts and oats and then add together with the butter, salt, vanilla, and cinnamon. Gently work the mixture with your hands to form crumbles. Spread the mixture over the apple slices and bake at 300 °F (150 °C) for 20 to 30 minutes. Enjoy!

The crumble can be adapted to your own plan depending on the phase and food list. If you don’t have lemon on your plan, you can substitute lemon zest. Instead of oats you can also use rye flakes and some chia seeds.

Oats

Oats are one of the healthiest whole grains on the planet and are mainly grown in North America and Europe. They are a great source of nutrients, packed full of fiber, protein, manganese, phosphorous, iron, and magnesium. Oats also contain large amounts of beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber which has been shown to decrease cholesterol levels and help promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. In addition to being great for your health, oats are very versatile. They are an excellent base for sweet or savory oatmeal and are a great binder for meatballs, soups, and energy bites.

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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

This classic combination of apples and cinnamon with oatmeal is perfect for breakfast or snack.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup of oats
1 cup of water or milk of choice
1/4 tsp of cinnamon
Pinch of ginger
Pinch of nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 apple, chopped into small piece
Pecans

Preparation:
In a pot over medium heat, add the oats, milk or water, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Add in the apples and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the apples and oats are cooked. Remove from the heat and garnish with pecans. Enjoy!

Oats

Oats are one of the healthiest whole grains on the planet and are mainly grown in North America and Europe. They are a great source of nutrients, packed full fiber, protein, manganese, phosphorous, iron, and magnesium. Oats also contain large amounts of beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber which has been shown to decrease cholesterol levels and help promote growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. In addition to being great for your health, oats are very versatile. They are a great base for sweet or savory oatmeal and are a great binder for meatballs, soups, and energy bites.

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