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By Helen W. Smith
Extension Agent, Home Economics
As Americans become more aware of the health benefits of sound nutrition, they are increasingly interested in the role played by fiber in the diet. Fiber has long been known for its role in regularity. Today, high.Fiber, low-fat foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grain breads and cereals are recommended , to help reduce the risk of a number of ‘ health ailments including heart disease, colon cancer and obesity.
One of these wholegrain cereals is oats. Whether oats are eaten in the .familiar breakfast cereal — oatmeal — or added to other recipes, they are a good source of fiber. Oats can be included in granola or added to batters like pancakes and muffins and - cookies.
Oatmeal is also inexpensive and is a good stretcher for dishes like meatloaf. Oatmeal is low in calories and makes a good topping for cobblers, which are lower in calories than a two-crust pie.
Household Hint:
For easy clean-up after making oatmeal, immediately fill the pan or microwave dish with cold water.
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