Loaded Lunchtime Oatmeal

I got this one from ohsheglows and made it while Hurricane Sandy was wreaking havoc everywhere. I modified it a little by adding a can of roast beef in and basically just doubling the recipe, since I didn’t want to have to make a new batch each time (less dishes to wash, less time wasted, you know the drill). This may well be the first time I’ve ever actually made oatmeal in a pot (I kid you not; it’s always been microwaving and running off for me and my time-urgency-ridden type A personality).

This was full of savory goodness, and definitely nice for a cold winter-y (except it was still fall…) day. Even my cat wanted some, but I wouldn’t let him have any. I’m pretty protective over my food (and he had his own) :X

Loaded Lunchtime Oatmeal

• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 3.5 cups water
• 12 oz. frozen veggies (corn, broccoli, red bell peppers, cauliflower)
• 1 can roast beef
• freshly ground black pepper
• pinch of sea salt
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

(Toppings)

• 1 can black beans
• parsley flakes
• “Eat Well Enjoy Life” Edamame Hummus (with roasted red pepper & sesame seeds)
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Throw oats and water into a pot on medium heat and stir frequently for 5 minutes.
2. Add frozen veggies directly into pot, along with the black pepper, sea salt, and garlic. Cook for about 7-8 more minutes on low-medium heat, stirring often.
3. Pour into a bowl and add toppings!