Classic Warm Milk Porridge recipe

Name: Classic Warm Milk Porridge
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 100 g Porridge oats; 600 ml Milk; 1 pinch Salt; 1 tbsp Caster sugar

A comforting, gently sweet porridge made with milk for a creamy finish. Simple, soothing, and ideal for a cosy breakfast.

12 min · Easy · British Jump to method

Ingredients

2 servings

100 g Porridge oats
600 ml Milk
1 pinch Salt
1 tbsp Caster sugar

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	321 kcal
Protein	13.1 g
Carbohydrates	47.7 g
Fat	8.8 g
Saturated fat	4.4 g
Fibre	4 g
Sugar	11.1 g
Sodium	180 mg

Why this works

A comforting, moderately filling porridge with useful protein and fibre, but it contains added sugar and a moderate amount of saturated fat from the milk.

Beta-glucan fibre from oats. Porridge oats provide soluble fibre, which can help support healthy cholesterol levels and improve satiety.

Protein and calcium from milk. Milk contributes good-quality protein plus calcium for bone health, making this a more balanced breakfast than oats alone.

Added sugar and salt. The caster sugar increases free sugar content, while the pinch of salt adds sodium, so this is less suitable for a low-sugar or low-sodium diet as written.

Method

Add the porridge oats and milk to a saucepan with a small pinch of salt.
Set over a medium heat and stir regularly until thick and creamy, about 6–8 minutes.
Sweeten with caster sugar if you like, then serve straight away while hot.

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