Peanut Butter and Banana Oatmeal

Serves: 1 | Preparation: 5 minutes | Total: 7 minutes | Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quick oats
• 1 cup milk or dairy-free beverage
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon peanut or nut-free butter
• 1/2 cup diced banana
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large microwave safe bowl, combine oats, milk, brown sugar, and salt. Microwave for 1 minute, stir well, and microwave for another 45 seconds. Remove and let stand for 2-3 minutes.
2. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla until well combined. Top with diced bananas.

Adapted from chelseasmessyapron.com

This recipe is a budget-friendly and healthy meal idea using some of the ingredients packed in our emergency food hampers that are distributed weekly by the Community Food Assistance Network.