Banana-Oatmeal Pancakes

Hello to all my faithful followers so sorry for the extended absence. As many of you know I started back to school last week. Things have been a little hectic to say the least. I appreciate your checking in to my blog and I apologize that I have not taken the time to update it.

I am really looking forward to this semester. I am starting into the classes that really pertain to my major and I am looking forward to learning more about the body and how nutrition interacts. I hope to be passing a great deal of knowledge onto you so stay tuned!

Went camping with the guys a few weekends back and made these pancakes for breakfast one morning. Needless to say they were a big hit so I decided to post the recipe for all to see. Typically I like to make these the night before and let them sit in the refrigerator. This gives the oatmeal time to soak up the milk and oil. You may find however that when you do this they are pretty thick, just add a little more milk or if your counting calories water to desired thickness. If however, you do not have time to make them the night before add the milk and oil to the oatmeal and let it set for 10 mins. essentially this is doing the same thing. I also mash the banana in the bowl with the milk and oil. Here are some tasty additions:

1/4 cup pecan pieces
1/8-1/4 t. cinnamon

I usually use whole wheat flour, but for added protein you could substitute quinoa flour. To make buttermilk if you don't have buttermilk simply add 1 T. lemon juice to 1 cup milk let stand for 5 mins.

Enjoy!

BANANA OATMEAL PANCAKES
3/4 c. quick-cooking oats 3/4 c. whole wheat flour 1/4 tsp. salt (optional) 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 med. banana, mashed 1 lg. egg 3/4 c. buttermilk or regular milk 2 tbsp. salad oil Combine dry ingredients. Combine banana and egg, then add milk and oil. Add to dry ingredients. Cook on griddle. Makes about 10 pancakes.