THUNDER BAY – FOOD NOW – Did you know that almost 40% of Canadians skip breakfast. This increases your risk for morning brain drain! Start your workday right! Try making this parfait the night before!
*Source* Registered Dietitians of Canada
You can make your Mornings Easier and Delicious!
Ingredients
| 1 cup | large-flake rolled oats | |
| 1/4 cup | chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts (optional) | |
| 1 tbsp | ground flax seeds (optional) | |
| 1 1/2 cup | 2% plain yogurt | |
| 1 1/2 cup | 2% vanilla yogurt | |
| 2 cups | blueberries, sliced strawberries and/or raspberries |
- Refrigeration time: 8 hours
Instructions
Step 1
In a skillet over medium heat, toast large-flake rolled oats and nuts (if using), stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden and fragrant. Immediately transfer to a bowl and let cool. Stir in flax seeds (if using).
Step 2
In a bowl, whisk together plain yogurt and vanilla yogurt.
Step 3
Alternately layer oat mixture, yogurt and berries in four individual 1-1/2-cup (375 mL) reusable containers with lids or tall glasses. Seal with lids or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to 2 days.
