Banana, Wheat Germ, and Oats

• 3 3/4 cups water
• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 2/3 cup toasted wheat germ
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups sliced banana (about 2)
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter

Combine the first 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 6 minutes or until thick and thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Divide cereal evenly among 3 bowls. Top each serving with 1/2 cup banana, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon butter.

Serves 3; 336 calories.

VERDICT:  It's a winner--easy enough for weekday mornings, cheap, filling, and tasty.  It's easy to make just one serving, too.  Keep.