Grandma Louise's Oatmeal with Grated Apple

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Grandma Louise's Oatmeal with Grated Apple
45 min.
2
164kcal

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Start your day with the delightful warmth of Grandma Louise's Oatmeal with Grated Apple, a recipe that beautifully marries nutrition with nostalgia. There’s something truly special about enjoying a hearty bowl of oatmeal, especially when it's infused with the natural sweetness and crispness of a freshly grated apple. This dish is perfect for those who seek a vegetarian and gluten-free option without skimping on flavor.

In just 45 minutes, you can have a wholesome breakfast or brunch ready to delight your taste buds and energize your morning. Each serving is packed with a delightful 164 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence that you can cherish any day of the week. The combination of old-fashioned oatmeal and juicy, grated apple not only provides an array of essential nutrients but also offers a satisfying texture that keeps you full and focused throughout your busy day.

With the addition of a hint of lemon juice and a touch of butter, this oatmeal becomes a cozy embrace on chilly mornings. Whether you choose to sprinkle a little brown sugar or drizzle some maple syrup on top, Grandma Louise’s Oatmeal is bound to become a cherished part of your breakfast routine. So, grab your saucepan and indulge in a time-honored recipe that blends family tradition with modern dietary needs!

Ingredients

  • medium apples grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • cup oatmeal 
  • pinch salt 
  • 2.3 cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine the oatmeal, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add the grated apple and lemon juice and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the milk and butter. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Serve immediately, perhaps with a sprinkle of brown sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup.
  5. Per serving: 277.4 calories, 177.2 calories from fat, 19.7g total fat, 6.9g saturated fat, 73.3mg cholesterol, 1597.6mg sodium, 9.6g total carbs, 5.5g sugars, 15.5g protein
  6. Taste
  7. Book, using the USDA Nutrition Database
  8. From When French Women Cook by Madeleine Kamman, ©2004 by Madeleine Kamman. Published by Ten Speed Press. Madeleine Kamman was born in Paris and started her culinary career in 1940 at her aunt's restaurant in the Touraine region of France. A revered culinary instructor since 1962, Kamman has written two other books: Dinner Against the Clock and The New Making of a Cook.

Nutrition Facts

Calories164kcal
Protein10.67%
Fat22.4%
Carbs66.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
90.25
Glycemic Load
11.31
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.5221739229949%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.43mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
6.85mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Quercetin
3.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:163.79kcal
8.19%
Fat:4.25g
6.53%
Saturated Fat:1.79g
11.17%
Carbohydrates:28.54g
9.51%
Net Carbohydrates:24.37g
8.86%
Sugar:11.77g
13.07%
Cholesterol:7.57mg
2.52%
Sodium:62.26mg
2.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.55g
9.1%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.52%
Fiber:4.17g
16.68%
Phosphorus:141.32mg
14.13%
Magnesium:43.79mg
10.95%
Selenium:7.09µg
10.12%
Zinc:1.4mg
9.33%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.48%
Copper:0.16mg
7.78%
Calcium:74.65mg
7.46%
Potassium:241.63mg
6.9%
Iron:1.16mg
6.45%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.83%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.73%
Vitamin C:4.67mg
5.66%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.7%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.43%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
2.98%
Vitamin A:146.33IU
2.93%
Folate:10.02µg
2.5%
Vitamin K:2.56µg
2.44%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.06%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.95%
Source:Epicurious