Did you know there are some great recipes, geared for the Ankarsrum mixer and attachments on the web site for Ankarsrum's USA importer?  Recipes come out about twice a month, and are often themed to the season or the month!

Click here to go to Ankarsrum USA Blog

The medicinal value of oats has been recognized and documented for thousands of years. Dating back more than 2000 years ago, records describe oats as a "healing agent, desiccant for the skin, a cough reliever, and a natural food for horses, that was used by humans when resources were scarce".  Prior to the 19th century, the only areas where oats were a significant part of the human diet were Ireland and Scotland. It is the Scottish settlers that are credited with bringing "oatmeal" to North America, but it was a German immigrant that brought it from the medicine cabinet to the table as a popular breakfast cereal with its "stick to your ribs" reputation.
 
If you've ever made a warm bowl of oatmeal for breakfast, you have most likely experienced its gooey, gummy texture. The gumminess comes from, a soluble fiber found in oats, known as beta glucan. While all whole cereal grains contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, oats (and barley) are higher than most in beta glucans.
 
Numerous studies show that the beta glucans found in oats and barley, help to lower cholesterol, improve insulin response, boost the immune system, reduce the risk of infection, and restore the activity of the friendly gut organisms.
 
In addition to the healing qualities of oats, they are a delicious and versatile food - so enjoy some today - in a cookie, granola, bread or as a bowl of warm oatmeal. Oats are naturally gluten free so are an excellent grain choice for those with compromised gut function.  Those with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivities would want to make sure the oats are processed in a dedicated gluten free facility to avoid cross contamination with other grains.
 
A bowl of Warming Winter Chai Tea Oatmeal may be just what the doctor should order. Warm and satisfying infused with just the right hint of spices, this is winter comfort at its best.

What's so good about oats? - Everything!

We carry various sizes of both regular and organic rolled oats and oat groats - 6 gal buckets, 1 gal pails, and by the pound - check out our website for pricing www.breadbeckers.com

Bob's Red Mill GF Rolled Oats - 2 lb pkg- item # 05692
Adagio Rooibos Vanilla Chai Tea - 2 oz item # 08925 and 1 lb item # 09149
Adagio Pumpkin Spice Tea - 2 oz item # 08913  and 1 lb item # 09146

Infused with the flavorful spices of chai tea, this fast and easy breakfast will warm you up for sure on a cold winter morning. Prepared in an insulated travel mug, it can be ready when you are to "walk out the door with you" for a warm breakfast on the go.

Makes 1 serving

• 1 cup brewed chai tea
• � cup regular rolled oats or GF rolled oats
• Pinch of salt
• � of a medium apple, chopped into small chunks, optional  

In a small pot, over high heat, bring brewed tea to a boil.  Stir in oats, salt and apples if using. Immediately remove from heat. Cover and let sit for 15 to 20 minutes. For a creamier texture, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve as desired with your choice of sweeteners, such as sucanat or honey, and a little splash of milk. Top with other fresh fruit or nuts for a really hearty "stick to your ribs" breakfast.

This recipe can easily be made for more servings - the ratio for liquid to oats is always 2:1 - twice the liquid as oats - example 2 cups of liquid to 1 cup of oats.

A combination of any liquid, tea, water, milk can be used together or alone.

Tips

While traveling this summer, I discovered making oatmeal in my room while I dressed using a travel mug and the hotel coffee maker to heat the water. It was an easy healthy travel meal.

To prepare in a travel mug: Place oats, salt and apples in mug. Pour the boiling chai tea over the oats and give a quick stir. Place the lid on the mug. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes. Top with sweetener, milk or other toppings as desired.


To brew the tea:

Measure 2 tsp of loose tea into a teapot or cup. Pour boiling water over the top. Cover and let steep 10 to 15 minutes. Tea can be made ahead and reheated when ready to use.

Many of you may know that our Rooibos Chai Tea by Adagio is one of my favorite teas. I have it nearly every winter morning as a latte. I made more than I needed one morning so decided to use the rest to make a bowl of oatmeal later. It was delicious. And the IngenuiTea self-straining tea pot is the perfect tool for the job. Check them out - 16 oz size item #08910 and the 32 oz size item # 08911

Adagio Rooibos Vanilla Chai Tea - 2 oz item # 08925 and 1 lb item # 09149

The Pumpkin Spice Tea would be equally delicious.

Adagio Pumpkin Spice Tea - 2 oz item # 08913 and 1 lb item # 09146

Sunday Jan 24, 2016
11AM
Morning Star Church
1006 Owens Store Rd
Canton, GA 30115

Sue Becker will be sharing, during the morning worship service, her powerful testimony of healing from cancer. All are welcome.



Friday January 29, 2016
6:30PM-9PM
"Real Bread-The Staff of Life"
Grace Church of Perry
1736 Houston Lake Rd
Perry, GA 31069

Admission is free, registration is required
Contact Angela Heath: angela.heath@windstream.net (478-997-0075)
~ A light meal of soup and bread will be served ~







Admission is free, registration is required