By: Mary Pat Baldauf

I was hoping that things would settle down after the holidays, but now it’s just a different kind of busy! I’m working on some upcoming stories on a local romance writer and a Lexington Medical Center green building, but for now, I want to share my favorite new recipe: Overnight Oats.

Refrigerated oatmeal may sound a little odd, but trust me, it’s a fabulous, fast, healthy start to your morning. On Sunday, I make five jars and have breakfast for the whole week. Check it out, and let me know what you think!

Overnight Oats
Ingredients (1 breakfast)

• 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup milk (I use plain light soy)
• 1/4 medium banana, sliced
• 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup fruit of your choice (fresh or frozen ok)
• Honey to taste

Instructions

1. Place all the ingredients in a container. (I use an eight-ounce Mason jar because I like using glass, plus they are so cute!)
2. Cover, shake and refrigerate overnight.