Sausage skillet with eggs recipe

A Savory Spin on Oatmeal

BRANCH OUT WITH THIS NEW TWIST ON YOUR FAVORITE BREAKFAST—IT’S A DELICIOUS, FILLING MEAL YOU CAN EAT ANY TIME OF DAY.

Oatmeal is a nutritious way to stay fuller longer, according to several studies. You’ve most likely eaten this hearty whole grain for breakfast with fruit and other sweet toppings, but it tastes equally as delicious as a savory snack or meal, at any hour of the day. Give this tasty recipe—a healthy take on cheese grits—a try.

This recipe comes courtesy of thinkThin, makers of protein-packed oatmeal, snack bites and smoothie mixes. Learn more at thinkproducts.com.

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Sausage skillet with eggs recipe

A Savory Spin on Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a nutritious way to stay fuller longer, according to several studies. You’ve most likely eaten this hearty whole grain for breakfast with fruit and other sweet toppings, but it tastes equally as delicious as a savory snack or meal, at any hour of the day. Give this tasty recipe—a healthy take on cheese grits—a try.
Course: Breakfast
Keyword: bacon, fried egg, oatmeal, sprouted grain, white cheddar
Servings: 1
Calories: 390kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 slice of bacon, diced*
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 packet thinkThin Original Sprouted Grains Protein & Fiber Hot Oatmeal (or your favorite unsweetened instant oatmeal)
  • 2 tablespoons grated white cheddar cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon sliced chives

Instructions

  • Heat nonstick pan over medium heat. Add bacon; stir occasionally until crispy. Remove from pan, and set aside.
  • Add shallot to pan, and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  • Add water to pan; then add oatmeal. Cook on low heat for 1 minute.
  • Add cheese and reserved bacon; stir, and pour into a bowl.
  • Crack egg, and add to pan; cook on medium heat until the white begins to set. Flip egg, and cook 30 seconds longer. Place egg on top of oatmeal. Top with chives, and serve.

Notes

*For a vegetarian option, use a seitan or tempeh bacon.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 520mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g
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