Quick and Easy Peanut Butter Oatmeal

⅓ cup old-fashioned oats

2 teaspoons ground flax seed

¼ teaspoon salt

⅔ cup water

¼ cup egg whites

1 tablespoon peanut butter

1 teaspoon brown sugar, or to taste

ground cinnamon

1 tablespoon milk as needed

Place oats in microwave-safe container that can hold at least 4 cups. Stir in the flaxseed and salt. Whisk together the water and egg whites, pour over the oats and stir gently until just combined. Microwave on MEDIUM power for 4-6 minutes (depending on your microwave).

Remove bowl from the microwave, and stir in the peanut butter, sugar, and cinnamon. If the oatmeal becomes to stiff, soften with a small amount of milk. Serve warm.