Discover how to make the perfect porridge in the microwave and on the hob. Plus, get cooking with our best sweet, wholesome porridge recipes – guaranteed to keep you full until lunchtime What is ...

"The habit of making porridge with milk in the microwave is all wrong in my opinion and stems from the era of 'Ready-Brek'," says Shirley Spear. "There are die-hards who will never make porridge ...

Another suggested: "Soak the porridge in almond milk for an hour, and serve with Manuka honey and ground almonds." A fourth shared their experience, writing: "Wow, that's exactly how I make it.

or a short blast in the microwave – are rolled oats which have been finely chopped for faster cooking. Regardless of which type of porridge you eat, the oats will contain beta-glucans.