Blackberry
Porridge

INGREDIENTS:
For 2 servings:
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1 cup (90g) oats
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2 cups (474ml) water
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1 cup (236ml) almond milk
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8 fresh black berries
Blackberry compote
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approx. 10 black berries
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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zest from 1/2 lemon
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1 tsp vanilla
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1 tsp finally chopped rosemary or thyme (optional)
Candied Walnuts (Optional)
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1/2 cup roughly chopped walnuts
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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sprinkle of cinnamon
DIRECTIONS:
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Candied Walnuts: Preheat the oven to 175 degrees (C) and line a baking tray with baking paper. Add your chopped walnuts to the baking tray with 1/2 tbsp maple syrup and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Give everything a mix with a spoon and bake for 10 minutes or until golden!
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In a small pan add your ingredients for your blackberry compote. Heat on a medium-high heat until the blackberries begin to break down. You may need to add a splash of water to the pan to stop the berries from sticking. Once the berries begin to break down you can squash them with the back of a fork to speed up the process. Reduce to a low heat and let the compote reduce and thicken.
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Meanwhile, make your porridge! Add the water and oats to a small pot and cook on a high heat until the mixture starts to bubble. Once bubbling reduce to a low-medium heat and add in the milk whilst continuously stirring. Cook the oats for about 5 minutes or until it is at your preferred consistency.
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To assemble, place your porridge between two bowls and top with your blackberry compote, candied walnuts, natural vegan yogurt (optional), more lemon zest and some rosemary!