Scottish Porridge

• 3 c. water
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 c. steel cut oats
• 1/2 c. dried cranberries
• 2 bananas -- peeled and diced
• 4 T. sliced almonds
• Maple syrup -- optional

Heat the water and salt over high heat in a medium saucepan until boiling. Add the steel cut oats and stir to remove any lumps. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the lid, add the dried cranberries, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, covered.

Add the bananas and stir to combine. Serve hot in bowl and sprinkle with almonds and drizzle with maple syrup.

• Yields: 4 servings
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes