Muesli was introduced around 1900 by the
Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Benner for patients in his
hospital, where a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables was
an essential part of therapy. Traditional muesli was eaten with
orange juice and not milk. Eating a variety of grains and fruit
not only ensures that you get more nutrients, but also helps
make breakfast more interesting.
Fruitful
Muesli
- 2 cups steel-cut oats
(also called Irish oatmeal, Scotch oats)
2 cups apple juice or your favorite juice flavor
2 cups fresh fruit (any combination of sliced banana, peaches,
nectarines, strawberries or blueberries)
1 (8-ounce) carton vanilla yogurt
Toasted chopped nuts* for garnish (optional)
- Combine all ingredients,
except nuts, in a large bowl and mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate
for 8 hours or overnight.
- Serve muesli cold sprinkled
with toasted nuts, if desired. Refrigerate in airtight container
3 to 4 days.
Makes 4 servings.
*Toast nuts by spreading
them evenly in small shallow baking pan. Bake at 350°F
(175°C) for 5 to 7 minutes or until light golden brown, stirring
occasionally.
