Oatmeal Congee

Look Good, Fight Oxidization

Milk contains protein, and drinking it frequently is good for the complexion. Snow pears many kinds of vitamins and minerals which can hydrate and soften the skin. Oats help keep skin fair and hydrated and fight oxidization. Oatmeal congee is sweet, smooth, soft, and glutinous, and can be used to clear the lungs and ease constipation as well as aiding the complexion.

Kitchen Tips

After putting the oats in the pot, make sure to stir them constantly to stop them from sticking to the bottom.

Ingredients

1 cup (100 grams) oats
2 cups (450 milliliters) milk
1 snow pear
2 eggs

Seasonings

cloves to taste
crystallized rock sugar to taste

Please see measurements in grams to be more exact for all ingredients and seasonings.

Cooking Directions

Wash and peel the pear, remove the seeds, and cut into small pieces. Add a small amount of crystallized rock sugar. Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk together.
Add the appropriate amount of fresh water to a pot, add the cloves, and boil for five minutes, then add the pear pieces.
Add the oats to a pot with half a cup (150 milliliters) of water to soak. Stir the oats until they form a paste.
Pour in the appropriate amount of milk and bring to a simmer. Add the eggs, stir, add the crystallized rock sugar, and bring to the boil.
Add the pieces of pear to the cooked congee and serve.