Protein Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup water (plus 2 tablespoons (divided))
• 1 1/2 cups milk of choice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1 banana (sliced)

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil liquid: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, milk, and salt. Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat to a simmer.

2. 2

   Whisk protein: In a separate bowl, whisk together the protein powder with the remaining 2 tablespoons of water until it's smooth.

3. 3

   Cook oats: Stir in the rolled oats, chia seeds, and brown sugar into the simmering liquid. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring now and then, until the oats are tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.

4. 4

   Combine: Take the saucepan off the heat. Mix in the protein blend and banana slices, cover, and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Serve the oatmeal in bowls, maybe with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for extra flavor.