Kidney-Friendly Banana & Oats Porridge

A pot of oats simmering on the stove is one of those breakfasts that fills the kitchen with smell before it's even done, and this one gets extra body from a mashed banana stirred in near the end.

Oats are a gentle, easy-to-digest base that fits comfortably into a kidney-friendly breakfast rotation, and using low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk keeps the dish from becoming too rich. Cinnamon adds warmth without needing much added sugar, and a spoonful of chia or flaxseed on top is optional if you want more texture.

Cook until the oats are creamy rather than soupy, then serve warm in bowls.