Thursday, March 8, 2012

The Oatmeal Bar



Celebrations are upon us!  Easter, bridal and baby showers, graduations and everything in between!

Although a dump dump quiche is great and crepes and waffles are divine, there are times that you need something even simpler.

Oatmeal is nutritious, yummy and best of all requires no fridge space, no cheese shredding, or veggie dicing OR baking!!

A couple of days ahead of time, line up your containers on the kitchen counter.



Place 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats into each container.

Sprinkle a couple shakes of sea salt onto the oatmeal.

Top with 1 Tbsp. brown sugar.

Mark each seam with a sharpie about a thumb's width from the lip of the container.

Place lids back on top and store.

You can leave them plain or add some fun touches...only if time allows!



Place directions into a frame and that is it!



The containers may be placed onto a tray or in a basket along with fresh cream and toppings...like dried cranberries, raisins, walnuts, coconut, dried pineapple, etc.!

OOOPS!  Don't forget the boiling water in a large carafe or tea kettle!!

ANNNND, if you are not planning on hosting...they are fun to pack up for on-the -go mornings, spring picnics or to take to a friend for breakfast!

When time is short and I have wanted to take a meal to a new momma, I have taken this on several occasions.  I think it was almost liked better than the chicken pot pie meal!  :}

Okay.  I think that is about it!  The ideas are endless.  Just keep it simple!

Have a lovely DAY!




Shared with:  comfy in the kitchen, at the picket fence, stone gable, pink saturday

10 comments:

  1. Great idea, Lisa! I love those fun, easy, do-ahead recipes. This one is just perfect! xo Diana

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    1. Thank you, Diana! Enjoy your weekend! Do you have a favorite do-ahead recipe?

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  2. Great idea! I love this! Have a sweet day my friend! xo

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    1. Happy Friday, Diana! I'm glad you like the idea. I can just imagine how you might serve this up on your beautiful rustic island or dining room table! Hugs!

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  3. Great idea ~ especially for families, busy times, guests, you name it. You always make things look so beautiful ~ I love that!

    xo
    Pat

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  4. Oh my gosh... like my favorite Starbucks breakfast! What a delightful idea! Thanks for sharing this ON THE MENU MONDAY!
    You are so adorable!
    Yvonne

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  5. I love oatmeal and have it often. This is an awesome idea! So fun stopping by to visit wit you!
    Kindly, Lorraine

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  6. Such a fun idea for one of my favorite breakfast foods!!

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  7. This is such a great idea! It was so sweet of you to visit (and follow) my blog via my mom's! I am so happy you did because now I can follow your blog...you have a wonderful space here! Have a fabulous day!

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