15 min bacon, cheddar and chive savoury oatmeal

3 slices bacon finely chopped

1 tsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic minced

1/2 tsp chili powder optional

1 tsp garlic powder

1 cup steel cut oats

1 & 1/4 cup broth of choice or water

3/4 cup milk

salt and pepper to taste

juice of 1/2 a lemon

1 cup cheddar cheese grated

3 tbs chives minced

2 fried eggs to top

minced white onion to top

minced jalapeño to top

fresh cilantro to top

sliced avocado to top

Step 1

Over medium low in a medium sized saucepan, crisp up the bacon in the olive oil. once the bacon is crisp (5-7 mins, stirring often), remove from pan with slotted spoon, leaving the grease in the pot.

Step 2

To the hot grease, add the garlic, chili powder, and garlic powder, and sauté stirring often for 30-45 seconds, making sure not to burn the garlic.

Step 3

Add the oats and sauté another 45-60 seconds, stirring often, to toast the oats, then add the water/broth, milk of choice, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Simmer for 5-7 mins till the oatmeals thickens. at this point, if you want a thinner consistency oatmeal, add more water, 1 tbs at a time, until it reaches desired consistency. stir in the cheese, chives, and lemon juice, and remove from heat.

Step 5

To serve, divide the oatmeal into bowls. top with fried eggs, minced white onion, minced jalapeño, fresh cilantro, and sliced avocado.