Porridge with dried apricots, almonds and cardamom

Ingredients

For 1 serving

• Rolled oats45 g
• Reduced-fat milk200 ml
• Dried apricots25 g
• Almonds12 g
• Cardamomto taste

Contains: gluten, lactose, nuts, sulphites,

Method

1. Cut the dried apricots into thin strips; if your cardamom is in pods, crack one open, take out the black seeds and crush them finely.
2. Put the oats, milk, apricots and a pinch of cardamom into a small pan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
3. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the porridge is creamy and the apricots have softened.
4. Meanwhile, slice the almonds into flakes and toast them in a small dry pan over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring, until golden: they burn in moments, so stay close.
5. Pour the porridge into a bowl and serve with the crunchy almonds.