Chilly weather means time to get that pot on for porridge. In this recipe, the chia adds extra texture, while the poached pears transforms the dish into something special.
OAT & CHIA PORRIDGE WITH POACHED PEARS RECIPE
Serves 4
Ingredients
Poached pears
4 pears, peeled
½ cup sugar
Juice of ½ lemon
Water to cover
Porridge
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup black chia seeds
1 cup milk
1 cup water
¼ tsp salt
To serve
1 cup frozen berries
2 Tbsp sugar
1. Firstly poach the pears. Place them into a large pot with the sugar, lemon and cover with water. Bring to a simmer for 15 minutes until a skewer will insert easily. Remove and cool completely in the liquid.
2. Place the berries and sugar in a small pot. Cook for 5 minutes or until the berries are completely soft. Push through a sieve, discarding the pips.
3. For the porridge place the oats, chia seeds, milk, water and salt into a pot, bringing to a simmer. Cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring until thickened and creamy. Add a little extra water if needed.
4. Serve hot with chopped pears and a drizzle of fruit puree.
