Tired of Oatmeal?
Yes, the question is ridiculous. How could anyone tire of oatmeal, with its infinite flavor possibilities?
For endless oatmeal inspiration, see: My Oatmeal Recipes.
Sometimes, however, it’s good to have variety. And it’s always good to have polenta!
Brekkie Polenta
(Serves 1)
- 1/3 cup dry cornmeal (40g) (I use whole-grain)
- 1 cup water or milk of choice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: 1 tbsp coconut oil, cashew butter, or vegan butter
- Optional: 2 tbsp creamer (such as Silk), or more if desired
- sweetener (stevia, sugar, maple syrup, etc.) to taste
Measure your polenta, salt, and liquid into a small pot. Bring to a boil, then turn to “low” and stir occasionally until it reaches the desired consistency. (About 5-ish minutes) I like to do this the night before, so breakfast comes together more quickly in the morning, but it’s not required. Right before eating, add all the desired optional ingredients and re-heat (or eat cold, if you’re crazy like me!).
For a savory version, see: Creamy Polenta for One.
If, after breakfast, you still crave polenta, you can always re-visit the grain for lunch or dinner:
Oh Katie, I totally didn’t get the vibe that you were “showing off” in yesterday’s post. You’re such a sweetheart and I would NEVER think that of you! <3
I love polenta for breakfast- esp topped with hummus, fresh basil and veggies 😉 I try to switch up my breakfasts so that it's not the same every morning!
Oohhh, I’ve totally been on a polenta kick for dinner, but never even imagined I could eat it for brekkie! You totally just rocked my world, Katie! I will be trying this recipe as soon as I buy more corn meal (I’ve been eating a LOT of polenta lately).
I seriously did not get even the slightest impression that you were trying to show off in your last post. I was excited just like you! I really don’t think you need to feel bad – we all love you and think you’re one of the sweetest people EVER! I’m almost positive that none of us thought you were trying to show off 😀
I get in an oatmeal rut pretty often and loooove it, but I have to admit that it’s fun to change it up! And your polenta looks like the PERFECT way to do it! 😀 Thanks as always for another fantastic recipe!! I made you carrot cake in a bowl this morning and ahhhhh!!!! It was BETTER than carrot cake!!! I’m thinking I’m going to be in a carrot cake in a bowl rut pretty soon 😉
<3 x 100000!!!
Yesterday’s post was awesome. You do such a great job with this blog. I’m not so much into facebook (don’t have an account) but if I was, I would definitely “like” you! I also appreciate your responding to my comment yesterday. As a blog enthusiast, it’s nice to feel like a part of the community every once in awhile, even if I don’t have a blog. And I love your recipes – I’ve been gathering all the ingredients for your vegan lentil curry and I plan to make it this weekend!
I could never be bored of oatmeal, but this looks amazing! The key to loving oatmeal every day is changing up the toppings- there are endless possibilities!
Gurrrrl… I didn’t think you were showing off at all. I was just praying to win! 🙂
I could eat breakfast for every meal too. Sometimes I do…
I don’t eat the same breakfast every day. I would die of boredom!
I never thought of having polenta for breakfast. I usually bake my corneal into ‘johnny cake’ or use it as a base for pasta sauce. Looks good though.
Half my posts from the first year or 18 mos of my blog I want to take back! lol
I hate my pictures, I was too wordy, I was too re-linky, but it’s all a learning curve and I never thought twice about your post from yesterday. Would never even have noticed it til you said something…which is why I recently posted about using recycled pics…most ppl don’t know/notice unless you actually mention it I think.
Oh my gosh don’t be so bashful! You deserve the blog love. You are seriously the sweetest blogger out there! I don’t just congratulate you because everyone else is, every word I write in my comments are honest and I really believe you should be proud of your blog!
That breakfast polenta would be soooo good with blueberries and maple syrup. It’s must try!
Oh wow that DOES sound good!! Yumm.
I can NEVER eat the same foods for breakfast all the time. I get bored! I don’t know how people do that haha
Ohmygosh! I am with you! Breakfast five times a day would be the best thing EVER!!!! We should make that a law. 🙂
Girl you DESERVE to brag. Keep it up! You do amazing things and should be 100% proud of yourself, no hesitations.
I probably switch up my breakfast every day. I’m a fan of variety. Though even though my breakfasts have been differently daily, they haven’t been overly exciting lately… I think I need to pull out some CCK breakfasts this week!
Oh my gosh! The LAST thing I ever think about you is that you are bragging. You ALWAYS come across as genuine, respectful, and grateful – as evidenced by the fact that you respond to SO many comments. No worries or regrets about your post needed – When I read it, I thought, “Awe, that’s sweet that she is thanking everyone for liking her page.” 🙂
Ah man, I NEVER have the same thing for breakfast in the same week–breakfast gets my culinary creativity flowing:)
You always have the best recipes 🙂
And yes, I have wanted to take back a pot or two…
i love polenta porridge! My mum used to make it for us when we were kids..nice and hot and steaming drizzled with honey….
Yesterday’s post was not showing off!