I was concerned about the monk fruit sweetener. Last time I ate this item it was a different recipe and had artificial sweetener. I am pleased with the taste and that it is naturally sweetened. The bags have a line on them that you use to fill with water/milk. You empty the packet into a microwavable bowl and fill the empty packet with liquid. Then you cook in the microwave for 1 minute. You DON'T cook on the stove or with water from the kettle. Don't cook 2 packets in one bowl at once. Follow the instructions.
These are food science at its best in that it comes out delicious as long as you follow the instructions as I spell out here. It was confusing at first because I usually prefer the taste of instant oatmeal from the kettle, not the microwave. But these are really good.
They are quite filling. They are complex carbs and 1 packet is just right for breakfast (I'm not a small man, but I'm pretty average sized). Funny thing is I used to make 2 packets of instant oatmeal because I always ate 2 servings at a time. Turns out these are very filling. I have been eating them each day and I'm not bored of them because of the variety of flavors. All the flavors taste good. Not overly sweet but just right. The price is right for the number of portions. I'm really glad they found a natural sweetener that wasn't yucky (I'm looking at you stevia!).
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