This recipe makes a satisfying and easy high-protein hot cereal.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup water
• 1 Tbs ThickenThin not/Cereal thickener
• 1 tablespoon soy protein isolate or other protein powder
• Pinch salt
• Cinnamon, to taste

   

Directions

Makes one half-cup serving.

Stove-top version: 1. In a 1-quart saucepan combine water, ThickenThin not/Cereal thickener, protein powder and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.

2. Remove from heat when mixture thickens and cereal is tender.

3. Add cinnamon to taste.

Microwave version:

1. Coat a 1-pint container with non-stick spray.

2. Add water, reducing amount to 1/2 cup. Whisk in ThickenThin not/Cereal thickener, protein powder and salt.

3. Microwave for 1 minute (depending on the type of oven settings), remove and whisk to break up large lumps.

4. Repeat step 3 until oatmeal reaches desired thickness.

5. Sprinkle with cinnamon.

Nutrition

Nutrition per serving (calculated by Mastercook using soy protein isolate): 70 calories; 0.5g fat (0.0 sat); 2.6g carb (of which 1.3g is fiber); 16.0g protein.