Muesli is a traditional Swiss breakfast food. It was invented by a physician around the turn of the 20th century. It is truly a tasty treat, and one that I have enjoyed in all my travels to Switzerland. In fact, I love it so much that I even make it at home. It’s a refreshing change from cooked oatmeal, plus the leftovers make an enjoyable afternoon snack. The flavor and texture of the fresh fruits, combined with the tangy richness of yogurt, and the addition of hearty oats, all make this breakfast a memorable treat.
Muesli
Here is a delicious recipe for muesli from the Food and Health Communications test kitchen:
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats old fashioned or quick
- 1 cup skim milk or use a milk alternative
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain, nonfat
- 1 apple chopped, remove core and stem, but leave skin on
- 1 cup strawberries sliced
- 1 cup fresh berries blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or assorted
- 1 orange peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon to taste
- 1 tablespoon walnuts chopped
Instructions
- Combine the oats, milk, and yogurt in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold in the chopped fruits and cinnamon.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- To serve, place 1 cup of muesli in a ramekin or serving bowl. Garnish with chopped walnuts.
Notes
Variations: Use a variety of your favorite dried and diced fruits. Try dates, cranberries, apricots, or even mangoes.
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