This delicious, fibre-rich porridge recipe ... Meanwhile, make the oatmeal: Add all the ingredients to a medium saucepan; start with 1 3⁄4 cups (420 ml) of milk. Stir well.

Until very recently, porridge ... oatmeal in water overnight before cooking it in the morning in customary style and serving it piping hot with a bowl of cream or fresh, cold milk on the side.

If you have extra time in the morning, consider toasting your oats on a dry skillet for about five minutes, until golden and aromatic. If you have zero time, consider making overnight oats: add equal ...