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home Byline, Food Making the Most of the Mundane

Making the Most of the Mundane

By Katie Kelly   Posted in Byline Food
Posted on April 7, 2020April 7, 2020

By Katie Kelly

Isolation to protect against Covid-19 can have us feeling many things, ranging from fear to boredom. One way of reducing boredom during this time could be making small changes to what you’re eating each day. A great way of doing this is by changing up the toppings that you’re putting on your porridge each morning. Here’s a few ideas to get you started:

 

  • Berries: Fresh or frozen berries are a great addition to porridge and contribute to your 5-7 portions of fruit and vegetables a day. Choose from blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, depending on your preferences. Frozen berries are a particularly convenient way of doing this at the moment, as they keep well in your freezer and can reduce the number of trips to the supermarket needed.
  • Seeds: Seeds are a great way of including healthy fats such as omega-3 in your breakfast. Try adding chia seeds, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds or poppy seeds for a little variety.
  • Banana and nut butter: This is a great combination and should keep you feeling full. Try adding a drizzle of peanut butter or almond butter to add a new texture and flavour to your porridge.
  • Apple and cinnamon: This combination is great for a warm, cosy breakfast on a rainy morning. Try stewing the apples the night before to make it extra tasty.
  • Dried fruit such as sultanas or raisins are a good way of fitting some fruit into your breakfast if fresh fruit is not available during these times.
  • Cocoa powder or a square of dark chocolate melted into your porridge can make a lovely chocolatey treat. This could be a good idea to do on the weekends, if you can keep track of what day it is during this isolation period!

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