Is making food ahead of time for the Sabbath stressful to you? You are definitely not alone, many people have expressed feeling overwhelmed attempting to do so much ahead of time in order to be able to rest from cooking duties on the Sabbath day. This easy, real food recipe is to the rescue! Here is a super simple recipe for a wholesome breakfast or snack that requires zero prep work ahead of time. Once again: zero prep work. Made with pantry staples, you're just some hot water away from a tasty breakfast or comforting snack.
Note: I know not everyone is comfortable with switching on the stove on the Sabbath, so if that's you please disregard this recipe and see this post for meals you can make ahead of time. I will also say that this requires no more effort than flipping a light switch, dirties only the bowl you eat it in, and has no risk of scorching to the pan. Any day of the week those are all wins to me!
Here's what you need:
1/2 cup old-fashioned oatmeal
1/4 cup flaked, dried coconut
2 tablespoons almonds
1 tsp chia seeds (optional)
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup hot water
2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Turn your teakettle on to heat your water. While that's heating up, combine all of your ingredients except the chocolate chips in a bowl. When your water boils (or is close) pour about a half cup over the mixture, being careful to wet all the oatmeal. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and let sit 1-2 minutes before eating.
And that's it! It's a very simple recipe that you can obviously customize to your liking...oatmeal with dried apricots, pistachios, cinnamon, and honey is another of my favorite combinations. This makes a filling breakfast or a nice snack if you are craving something sweet, maybe even with some extra chocolate? You could also mix your ingredients ahead of time and just shake out about 3/4 of a cup into your bowl when you want to make this. Super easy either way!
*One more thing, no you do not need to use instant oatmeal. I have used old-fashioned oats from Aldi, Meijer, and Whole Foods and they all have worked well in this recipe. I find them to be cooked to my liking, and I think the texture is better in this recipe if you old-fashioned oats. If your oats are a bit thicker, or you like extra soft oatmeal, try adding a little extra water and let it sit an extra minute.
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Sharing some ideas for make ahead meals for the Sabbath today! Especially when it's chilly (and it is here!), nothing beats a warm homemade meal, don't you think? All of these meal ideas are made ahead and then simply reheated when you're ready to serve. You could microwave them if you wish, but if you're feeding several people it's easier to just place your dish in the warm oven.
How long it will take to reheat them will vary, but probably 30 minutes for most of the casseroles would be a good starting point. Less time for the meals where you are just heating up an element or two, like the falafel. If your dish is glass or ceramic, most manufacturers recommend letting the oven preheat before putting in the dish, as there is less chance it would crack that way. Shabbat friendly accompaniments would be green salad, bread, raw veggies, and relishes like olives and pickles.
If slow cooker meal ideas or cold lunches would be a better fit for you, here are some ideas.
Vegetarian Cajun Spiced Shepherd's Pie from Healthy Nibbles and Bits
Butternut Squash Falafel from Snixy Kitchen
Mexican Rice Stuffed Peppers from Healthy Nibbles and Bits
Broccoli, Cheddar, and Spinach Frittata from Cookie and Kate
Rutabaga Baked Ziti from A Beautiful Plate
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Broccoli from Love and Lemons
Lentil Baked Ziti from Cookie and Kate
Moroccan Lentil Stuffed Eggplant from Minimalist Baker
Harissa Roasted Cauliflower with Delicata Squash from Healthy Nibbles and Bits
Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa Gratin from Cookie and Kate
Butternut Squash Baked Mac and Cheese from Healthy Nibbles and Bits
Zaatar Grilled Chicken Bulgar Bowls from A Beautiful Plate
Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples from Minimalist Baker
Baked Pear, Chocolate, and Hazelnut Oatmeal from Top With Cinnamon
More Sabbath meal ideas:
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