Sweet and Savory Oatmeal

Put a twist on your morning oats by adding Jimmy Dean fresh sausage and some greens. A drizzle of maple syrup mixed with the yolk of an egg provides a creamy note to the dish that is savory with hints of sweetness.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups water
• 1 large egg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• salt to taste
• ½ teaspoon white sugar
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup
• 1/4 (1-pound) package Jimmy Dean Premium Pork Sausage
• 1 cup uncooked instant or quick cooking oatmeal
• 1 cup lightly sauteed spinach

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a small pot with a lid, bring the water to a boil with a pinch of salt.

Step 2

Stir in oats and reduce heat to low. Cover and let cook until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 3

Add cinnamon and sugar, and stir.

Step 4

In a small frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds. Add Jimmy Dean sausage and cook 8 to 10 minutes until browned, stirring frequently to break up the sausage into small pieces, then drain. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 5

Add the greens to the frying pan and saute for about 1 minute or until they begin to wilt. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Add the greens and sausage to your bowl of oatmeal, plus an egg cooked to your liking, and maple syrup to your taste. Serve immediately.