INGREDIENTS
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banana cinnamon “oatmeal”
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Even though this recipe uses half a large squash, I still cook this size as the squash keeps well in a covered container in the fridge. That way you’ll have enough for another oatmeal breakfast, or a good quantity you can use for something else.
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(serves 4)
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3 cups spaghetti squash (see above for how to cook)
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1+1/4 cups shredded coconut
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2+1/2 cups coconut milk
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1 large ripe banana, mashed
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1 tsp cinnamon
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generous pinch salt
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To serve: (optional)
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slices of banana
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sprinkle cinnamon
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spoonful softly whipped coconut cream
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Put all the ingredients into a large pan, mix well and bring to the boil. Immediately turn down to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently until piping hot. Resist the temptation to add more coconut milk if your mix looks rather dry at the start, do t
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Use an immersion blender to break down the fibres of the squash, but leaving it fairly chunky. Serve with slices of banana and a pinch of cinnamon if you like. I also occasionally add a spoonful of softly whipped coconut cream, especially on a weeken
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Don’t forget to check out three more delicious AIP oatmeals : Roasted Cinnamon Pear ‘Oatmeal’, Apple and Cranberry ‘Oatmeal’ and my Summer version, Peach and Ginger ‘Oatmeal‘.