Hunger Challenge: Breakfast
By: Sheri Wetherell
Published: March 21, 2011

For breakfast on Day 1 of the Hunger Challenge I made a quick, easy and - most importantly - nutritious meal. As a nursing mother it's vital to to make sure enough "good" calories a day are consumed (about 500 more/day), even more so than when pregnant (about 300 more/day)! If not, it can lead to health problems later in life, such as osteoporosis.
But when you're on a strict budget getting those extra much-needed 500 calories a day can be both expensive and a challenge. This hearty oatmeal breakfast is inexpensive and super nutritious (and is satisfying enough for Daddy, too). Oatmeal is also great for milk production!
Tip, you get discounts when you purchase larger quantities of packaged foods, but when you buy from the bulk section you can buy small quantities and still get the discounted prices.
Apple Banana Raisin Oatmeal
Serves 2 
1 cup quick oats (we bought 2 pounds bulk for $.99/lb) - $.33 for this recipe
1 large apple, diced ($.99/pound) - $.25 for this recipe
1 large banana, sliced (found at an independent market for $.29/lb!) - $.25 for this recipe
1/2 cup raisins (15-ounce can for $2): About $.35 for this recipe
Approximate cost for breakfast for 2: $1.18
The Hunger Challenge is an exercise of empathy—to live in someone else's shoes  for one week and learn how we can help fight hunger. How you can help: volunteer, learn more about the Hunger Relief Now! Plan, encourage your friends and family and make your voice heard, donate to your local food bank. If you're participating in the Hunger Challenge, consider donating what you save this week on food.

Comments:
Kathy Patterson
March 21, 2011

Brilliant, absolutely love it. Look forward to more...