Caramelized Banana Oatmeal

What you’ll need

Let’s do this

1. 1

   Cook the oats

   Combine the oats, milk, water, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cook over medium-low heat for 6–8 minutes, stirring often, until the oats are tender and creamy.

2. 2

   Slice the bananas

   While the oats cook, cut the bananas into rounds about ½ inch (1 cm) thick.

3. 3

   Brown the topping

   Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the banana rounds in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes. Turn gently, sprinkle with the brown sugar and remaining ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and syrupy. Reduce the heat if the sugar darkens quickly.

4. 4

   Serve

   Divide the oats between two bowls and spoon the warm bananas and pan syrup over the top. Serve immediately.