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‘Comfort in a bowl’: porridge hotter than ever as fibremaxxers get their oats

A staple for centuries, porridge is traditionally made with oats, water and a pinch of salt or sugar.

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The Guardian reports that a staple for centuries, porridge is traditionally made with oats, water and a pinch of salt or sugar.

Humble breakfast staple at heart of trend stirred up by health concerns and hearty spoonfuls of nostalgia The clocks may be going back in the UK this weekend, but the biggest sign winter is coming is a steaming bowl of porridge on a breakfast table.

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