Made it to the gym this morning! Set the alarm for 5:15 and we were there by 5:35. (No snack, didn’t need one and wasn’t that hungry.) I did 37 minutes on the ET and then pull-ups with the husband. It was quick, but it was a good workout 🙂
The workout put us in a bit of a time crunch, so I decided to try a new smoothie idea I’ve been thinking about: Oatmeal Smoothie, what else!?
In the container:
- 1/3 cup prepared banana oatmeal
- 1/4 cup skim milk
- 2 tbsp or so of hemp milk
- 1 tbsp flax
- 1/2 tbsp almond butter
- 3 ice cubes
My blender stick died on me, so the oats aren’t all the way blended. It’s really like liquidy oatmeal and is quite tasty. I wish it were more voluminous. Guess I need to work on the recipe. But it is dense so the REAL question is how long will it hold me…..
I need a better smoothie cup that I can fit a straw into. Any suggestions??
I’ve got a Morning Glory Muffin to eat at 10:00. I’m going to try adding a snack there because it’s a really long morning. I might eat it for breakfast though if this smoothie isn’t filling enough.
And Quackers for the commute home at 12:30 so I’m not starving when I walk in the door –
There was a GIANT dead roach downstairs this morning. At least he was dead.
See ya for lunch!
Amy says
The smoothie sounds great! Rubbermaid makes a great bottle similar to yours but the lid has a much wider hole that you could put a straw in. It’s the same as this but mine isn’t blue. http://www.thegreathardwarestore.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=832293&click=2744
I found mine in the grocery store but I’m sure any store like Target would have something similar.
Have a good day!
Katie says
YUMMY!! I love muffins. They are my big weakness. That’s hilarious about your bottle. I have the exact some one I carry with me everywhere. My husband calls it a sippy cup. So annoying. Not so great for a smoothie, though. You are right.
Heather says
Maybe something like this? It’s a little small, but Rubbermaid probably makes a larger size:
http://www.containerstore.com/browse/Product.jhtml?CATID=74067&PRODID=1001633
Happy Thursday 🙂
hk says
cool idea, I’m interested in giving that try some morning when I’m in a crunch! Muffins look great too, enjoy the day 🙂
hk says
P.S is there a recipe for these muffins anywhere?
working says
I have a similar Rubbermaid water bottle that would work for a smoothie. If I remember correctly, there were a few options at Target, so I bet you’ll find something the next time you go.
Caity says
I love making smoothies with oatmeal! I read about them in Prevention magazine last summer and made them all the time. They suggest making one packet of plain oatmeal (or 1/3 cup) and adding it in to a regular smoothie (very similar to what you did but maybe with more fruits and more liquid so it tastes more like a smoothie and less like oatmeal). It’s a great way to feel full longer from a liquid breakfast.
Anne says
if you want to make your smoothie more voluminous, uncooked oats work best:
ex.:
-1/2 cup rolled oats
-1 scoop protein (or 1/2 cup yogurt/tofu)
-1/2 banana
-ice cubes
-milk
-other fruit
-nut butter
and blend in a strong blender for a minute or so, it works really well, and makes for a really filling shake
also, the ‘protein shaker cups’ work really well for smoothies and the large spout can fit a straw no problem : http://www.gnc.com/searchHandler/index.jsp?searchId=28810533443&keywords=shaker+cup&y=0&x=0
DaisyMay says
Oatmeal smoothie sounds deliciousssssssss
did anyone see Top Chef last night? I freakin love that show!
Melissa says
Hey Kath,
I don’t know about smoothie cups, but I have seen and tried recipes for oatmeal smoothies. I hope you don’t mind if I share!
Abs Diet Ultimate Power Smoothie
1 cup 1% milk
2 tablespoons low-fat vanilla yogurt
¾ cup instant oatmeal, nuked in water
2 teaspoons peanut butter
2 teaspoons chocolate whey powder
6 ice cubes, crushed
Makes 2 8-ounce servings
Per serving: 220 calories, 12 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates, 4 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 3 g fiber, 118 mg sodium
Halle Berries Smoothie
¾ cup instant oatmeal, nuked in water or fat-free milk
¾ cup fat-free milk
¾ cup mixed frozen blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries
2 teaspoons whey powder
3 ice cubes, crushed
You could probably skip the whey powder if you didn’t have it on hand, and maybe sub flax or wheat germ.
Makes 2 8-ounce servings
Per serving: 144 calories, 7 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates, 1 g fat (0 g saturated), 4 g fiber, 109 mg sodium
RhodeyGirl says
I have a similar bottle made by Rubbermaid but the top is different- it has a snap top with a heavy plastic straw. They are called “sip bottles” and come in two sizes (I believe).
Here is the link: http://www.rubbermaid.com/rubbermaid/product/product.jhtml?prodId=HPProd100020
healthyceliac says
That smoothie idea sounds wonderful!
Hope your long day goes by quickly 🙂
Christie says
I use to make protein drinks with oatmeal all the time on the go… i wold mix protein powder with fruit ( you can just do yogurt and fruit or milk) and than you pour it over 1/2 a cup of oatmeal than do your shower and stuff and when you go to drink it at the bottom will be the oats that have absorbed all the liquid and just take a spoon with you and eat the oatmeal out of th ebottom.. it is very good!
Julie says
Hey Kath-
Regarding a better cup for smoothies – I have a Rubbermaid bottle almost identical to the one in your pic except the top is different, it has more of a pour spout – so you could use a straw or drink straight from it. I bought mine at HT.
It’s like this: http://www.rubbermaid.com/rubbermaid/product/product.jhtml?prodId=HPProd100018.
I use it for water at work – I don’t like the ones with the squirt type tops. It’d be perfect for smoothies though.
And it doesn’t contain BPAs 🙂
BethT says
I add a banana to the Abs Diet Power Smoothie Melissa mentioned above. It makes it VERY voluminous. I also find that instant or quick oats blend up a bit better. I like it!
Kelly T says
a client of mine makes oatmeal smoothies. she loves them but i havent been brave enough to try.
Christin says
You guys are so creative! I love the idea of putting oatmeal in my smoothie…I bet it keeps you full longer! I gonna have to try some of those recipes…
Betsy says
oatmeal smoothie?? i’m not sure really what to think. but, if you say it’s good…
VeggieGirl says
I used to get oatmeal smoothies all the time at the local smoothie place here – yours sounds good!
A (dead) roach!?!?!?! **shivers**
Maritza says
Kath, I was told by an exterminator that those big roaches come from the trees. See if you can see a tree limb that is hitting your roof. Once they come in, they may build their home in your house but if you exterminated last year they may be getting in some how through the top of your house. Good Luck!
Ana says
I don’t know, but maybe if you ground the oatmeal into flour and THEN added it to the smoothie, you might get more volume?
Betsy in Pittsburgh says
if an oatmeal smoothie tastes anything like a melted ben & jerry’s oatmeal cookie ice cream cone… then sign me up!
Ange C. says
DaisyMay-
LOVE Top Chef! I was sooo glad Stephanie won! She was so consistent….i knew it was either between her or Richard (Lisa is such a Debbie Downer) and Richard is a little pompous. That lamb paired with pistachios had my mouth watering!
DaisyMay says
You think Richard was pompous? I really liked his creations. so much better than Lisa. I really wanted antonio to at least make it in the top three though
Justy2003 says
Man, I need to stop reading comments when shows are mentioned! I DVRd Top Chef and have yet to watch it (it’s on past my bedtime 😉 ). Glad Stephanie won though! Lisa IS a Debbie Downer!
Dead roach? Ewe. That’s the only way I ever see them though since my kitty usually gets to them first! 🙂 Oh, how I love her…
Tina O. says
This are the cups I use:
http://order.tupperware.com/pls/htprod_www/tup_show_item.show_item_detail?fv_item_category_code=10000&fv_item_number=P10047588000
(hope the link works)
they are leak proof and use a large straw that makes thick stuff easy to drink. I bought mine on ebay.
Ange C. says
Daisymay– yeah….a LITTLE pompous. Don’t get me wrong, his food was amazing and different, but he’s like that kid in class who’s the teacher’s pet and knows it and shows it. Humilty is nice.
And i think his pink crocs always made me say…..’hmmmmm.’
He finally smartened up and wore white ones for the finale.
Ange C. says
Oh! And i too was rooting for Antonia! I was sad when she got voted off and Lisa stayed on. Lisa got LUCKY.
DaisyMay says
haha i didnt even notice the croc choice. I just love the challenges on there. my favorite i think was from two seasons ago where they were like ok here is a vending machine now make something and what they came up with was amazing. I mean how people cook like that. I am in freakin awe
Ange C. says
That was a cool episode! So for this past season, did you notice a shift of having them cook healthier options? The cop episode? It was interesting to see that.
And not to brag, but next month I’m going to a cooking class by Tre Wilcox….remember him? THAT was a shocker that season when he was voted off. His creations looked sooooo tasty.
BethT says
Damn people, can we avoid TV spoilers?? Come on now!
Kath says
Thanks for all the tips and recommendations everyone!!
HK,
Here’s the Morning Glory post with recipe link:
https://www.katheats.com/?p=4288
Kath
Deb says
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/601-4061940-5457715?ASIN=B000G65MSI&AFID=Froogle&LNM=B000G65MSI|Back_to_Basics_Blender_Express_White_BPE3WHITE&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=B000G65MSI&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001
Hi Kath, The Blender Express from Back to Basics (get at Target or Amazon) is a rockin’ little blender with it’s own to-go container that is completely shatter resistant and straw-friendly. I use it every day of my life and travel with it as well.
To get more volume, add Xanthan Gum and Guar Gum (a few sprinkles of each- perhaps 1/4 tsp-1/2 tsp? And ice. Also, you will get more protein with a half a scoop or a scoop of protein powder of your choice. I rely on shakes EVERY morning (and as snacks)- they keep me FULL!!!! Good luck.
Tara says
GNC has a great smoothie cup (as does Fit and Fresh, although it’s cheaper quality) that works GREAT! It also has a small snacking compartment underneath to store whole grain cereal.
http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2593841&cp=2566600.2179083.2109098&parentPage=family
I love it!
Jen says
LOL KAT!!!
WE LITERALLY HAD THE SAME BREAKFAST =)
IM HAVING A MANGO-SOY SMOOTHIE AND FLAX-APPLE MUFFIN!!!
SMOOTHIE AND MUFFIN . . . GREAT COMBO
Chelsea says
I can’t believe the comments of Kath’s blog spoiled the ending of Top Chef for me. In the future, be very careful what you talk about when it comes to reality shows. Give people until at least the weekend!
Cynthia says
Argh! I meant to be here a WEEK AND A HALF AGO to wish you happy anniversary and I didn’t make it! Looks like you two had a fantastic lunch. Did you not have any cake leftover from your wedding? Kevin and I ate ours, it held up surprisingly well except for the fondant. Hope you are doing well, miss you on CK. Btw I think Blender Bottles are awesome for protein shakes.
angelcubbie says
Has anyone made that abs smoothie with a different type of yogurt, like strawberry maybe? I’m out of vanilla. and can you taste the peanut butter in it? I’m thinking of making that with a banana in it too for breakfast tomorrow
magpie says
Whoa, an oatmeal smoothie??!? That’s an awesome idea. I loved your baked oatmeal recipe so I’ll have to try this as well.
Ange C. says
Sorry! I didn’t think about that. But if you didn’t read it here, you probably would’ve seen it somewhere else, no? Perez, People, etc….
Sarah C says
hey guys, thanks for spoiling Top Chef for those who Tivo-ed it…
BethT says
Glad I’m not the only one. In the age of Tivo and DVR some people DO record programs and watch them later, and avoid entertainment web sites until then…
Tina says
I didn’t read the comments above yet, but my travel mug (for coffee) works great for smoothies. It keeps it cold and you can put a straw in it.
Betsy in Pittsburgh says
Are you guys serious about Top Chef? Geez… go to cnn or msnbc and its even on the front page there. I didn’t know people actually got upset over that stuff!
BethT says
Like I said, I avoid places where I KNOW it will be posted. I don’t think “upset” is the word I’d use, but I know that I personally don’t print spoilers without a warning. It’s pretty common.
Korin says
I think if the finale of a reality show is over that has to do with food preparation, and you check a food blog message board before watching it on DVR… it may be your own folly if you get spoilers, but…
That aside, I though Dale was the best chef there the whole time, but was glad for Stephanie. ANYONE but Lisa! 🙂
Stacey says
Top Chef?? Get over it!! What do you expect? This is a blog…on the internet…where people discuss things…about what’s going on…and…it just happens to be a food blog. A discussion about the Top Chef finale last night? I would expect it!
Deb says
Angelcubbie…Fage 0% yogurt is AMAZING, thick and creamy in smoothies. You need at least 1 TBS in my experience to taste the nut butters. PB is best, followed by Almond butter and Sunflower butter (in terms of being able to taste it). Banana’s work great and you can REALLY taste them, so 1/2 works, plus it thickens it a tad.
R. Leigh says
Latin Americans have been making oatmeal drinks for ages! When I was living in Ecuador, my host family made pineapple-oatmeal juice at least once a week.
Here’s something similar… http://www.dominicancooking.com/desserts-beverages/1466-jugo-avena-oatmeal-milk-juice.html
Ange C. says
Come on, guys! It’s fun to discuss Top Chef results on kath’s FOOD blog. I didn’t know there was a ‘weekend’ grace period before we could do so. I guess the ones who watched it in real time just must suffer for the ones who didn’t and not discuss?! Honestly, sorry to have spoiled it for some of you. Smile….be happy!! It’s just a show.
adria says
mmm- sounds good. oatmeal and smoothies 2 of some of my favorite breakfast foods