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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Great Eight, Then Ate Great!

October 24, 2010

Great Eight, Then Ate Great!

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I can’t believe I ran 8 miles this morning!! They were eight greight miles too! I don’t get many chances to run with Meghann and Sarah and when I realized Meghann‘s training plan had 8 scheduled for today, it was the perfect chance for me to jump in. I’m hoping to increase my mileage slowly anyways to hopefully run a longer race in the spring. I told them I was a maybe last night – my stomach was full and body not primed for distance. But after a great night’s sleep, I was surprised with how good I felt when I got up.

Pre-run fuel: coconut water and a banana with Cinnamon Vanilla Sunflower Butter

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We buzzed across the UVA grounds through neighborhoods, downtown and back, covering just over 8 miles. They went by FAST! Wheeee!!!

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Tomorrow’s gonna be a good ole rest day : )

We got back just in time for quick showers and another round of house guests for breakfast!

The Party Continues

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How do you make KERF oatmeal for 12?

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I think I added a bit too much salt, but otherwise, the recipe is great for a crowd. Just add all ingredients to the pot and stir over medium heat until it’s nice and thick.

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The addition of pumpkin to the whipped banana chia was unanimous!

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Toppings bar

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Pick a bowl, any bowl

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I went crazy with toppings – so many choices!!!

  • Alliebar
  • Pumpkin butter
  • Coconut
  • Coconut butter
  • TJ’s PB
  • Hazelnut butter
  • Half a gingerbread cookie

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I think I’m full until dinner!

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The Agenda includes housecleaning, playing with my remaining guests and a trip to the Richmond Airport (3 hours, round trip).

Thanks to all who helped me celebrate this weekend!

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Oatmeal

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  1. Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:41 am

    Aw, what a great way to end a great weekend! Have a safe trip and hopefully another great day!

    Reply
  2. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:42 am

    I love seeing your breakfast on so many blogs- you’re quite the oatmeal chef!! And I’m obsessed with all the nut butters/other toppings. Such a great breakfast! Enjoy your day 🙂

    Reply
  3. stacey-healthylife says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:42 am

    I like the fun and simpleness of doing a big pot of oatmeal. Great idea for a large group.

    Reply
  4. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:43 am

    omg, that oatmeal table is amazing! I am amazed at the selection of nut butters/jams. I think I need to widen my selection a bit now…

    Reply
  5. Erin (Shortcut to Bliss) says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:46 am

    Sounds like another VERY full day! I love your oatmeal bar. What a fun and easy way to please a house full of guests. I will definitely try it as the holidays roll around.

    Reply
  6. Heather says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:50 am

    sounds like yall are having a great weekend! breakfast looks awesome!

    Reply
  7. Jean says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:54 am

    Since lurking around this blog I’ve certainly broadened my oatmeal style! Happened to see Alton Brown’s show on oats last week and noted that he says not to salt oatmeal until after it’s cooked. Of course he had a scientific reason, but I can’t remember it;-(

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    • Kath says

      October 24, 2010 at 6:07 pm

      Oh no – I wonder why!!?! I’ve never had a problem!

      Reply
      • Jean says

        October 24, 2010 at 7:21 pm

        Found the YouTube of the “don’t salt” part of his oats show. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAEc8_iBY1I

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        • Kath says

          October 25, 2010 at 11:47 am

          Thanks for the link. That’s very odd because I always get creamy oats! Maybe I’ll try salting at the end soon and seeing what happens

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    • Darcy says

      October 24, 2010 at 7:21 pm

      It was because he said the salt would draw out the moisture from the oats instead of helping them hydrate, so add it after the fact once it’s cooked 🙂

      The oatmeal sounds wonderful!! i’m processing a bunch of pumpkins this week..and am definitely going to try that!

      Reply
  8. Ashley says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:56 am

    We will oooobviously have to celebrate your bday in San Fran! 🙂 I can’t believe you ran 8 miles this AM! IMpressive!

    Reply
  9. Maria says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:57 am

    Oh my Gosh, can I come to your house for breakfast? The toppings table looks like heaven. Such a good idea, might try it with my friends 🙂 xxx

    Reply
  10. Camille says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:05 am

    Oh my gosh, what a breakfast spread! Epic!

    Reply
  11. Christie {Honoring Health} says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:07 am

    What an awesome oatmeal spread. I hope you guys have a great Sunday, it is gorgeous out!

    Reply
  12. holly @ couchpotatoathlete says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:09 am

    That oatmeal bar looks mighty impressive!

    Glad you had a nice birthday weekend Kath!

    Reply
  13. Claire (Low Impact Fashionista) says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:09 am

    I wish I had that breakfast spread every morning! But then again putting about 15 different toppings on my oatmeal probably wouldn’t be the best choice every morning…

    Reply
  14. Gina says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:14 am

    Wow, what an amazing oatmeal spread. Your toppings are so creative.
    You should open a restaurant based upon that 🙂 I know I’d be there!

    Reply
  15. Marina says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:21 am

    I think KERF house is the best place for breakfast 😀
    I’m glad you had fun, congrats on 8 miles!

    Reply
  16. The Wife of a Dairyman says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:28 am

    What a fun breakfast/brunch you had! Congrats on the 8 mile run too:)

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  17. Dimple Snatcher says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:33 am

    love how creative you are with oatmeal! i’m inspired 🙂 & i want some like right now!

    Reply
  18. Simply Life says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:33 am

    what a fun morning/breakfast!

    Reply
  19. Tabitha (From Single to Married) says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:42 am

    Just wanted you to know that I thought of you today when I pulled out oatmeal and ate it for the first time in years! I didn’t do anything fancy, just put some brown sugar on it, but mmm… it was tasty! Glad you’re having a fun weekend. 🙂

    Reply
  20. Melissa says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:48 am

    I see AllieBars!!

    Reply
  21. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:55 am

    That looks like the ultimate oatmeal buffet! I would have been in heaven with all those topping selections. 😀

    Reply
  22. Pat Kilmain says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:56 am

    What a great fun – and yet healthy – birthday weekend! Thanks for sharing it with us.

    Reply
  23. Grocery Goddess Jen says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:56 am

    Mmmm, cookies on oatmeal. Great combo.

    Reply
  24. hemp jogger says

    October 24, 2010 at 12:03 pm

    way to go! somehow i managed to knock out 8 mi, too…but oh the wind and hills 🙂 helped i waited til mid-morning…had to talk myself into it.

    just wanted to say another super huge THANKS for last night! was a great time, and hopefully no one thought i was a stalker, haha. hope to see you guys again soon!

    Reply
  25. Jasmine @ Eat Move Write says

    October 24, 2010 at 12:17 pm

    Wow oatmeal for 12! That’s alot!

    Congrats on the 8 this morning! That’s a lot before breakfast!

    Reply
  26. Teresa @ Teresa Tastes & Travels says

    October 24, 2010 at 12:20 pm

    A perfect birthday weekend! 🙂

    Reply
  27. Meagan says

    October 24, 2010 at 12:50 pm

    What a lot of food!

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  28. Anne @ Food Loving Polar Bear says

    October 24, 2010 at 12:51 pm

    What a lovely bday weekend 🙂

    Reply
  29. Amy says

    October 24, 2010 at 12:59 pm

    I love your cute blue top! Looks like you’re having a great weekend. 🙂

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    • Molly says

      October 24, 2010 at 4:34 pm

      Agreed! You should wear more blue Kath! Definitely your color!

      Reply
  30. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says

    October 24, 2010 at 1:01 pm

    That may be some of the best oatmeal I’ve ever seen.

    Reply
  31. Marci says

    October 24, 2010 at 1:41 pm

    6.2 and then 8 is no slouch! I ran 8.5 yesterday and thought it was the best thing ever. I love how your get togethers are so focused around the home. I think it’s so nice! Makes celebrations more genuine and homemade in my opinion.

    Reply
  32. Dee says

    October 24, 2010 at 1:57 pm

    I love the oatmeal topping buffet! It’s so neat! It looks like you guys are having such a fab weekend! I loved reading all about it! 🙂

    Reply
  33. Mary @ Bites and Bliss says

    October 24, 2010 at 2:03 pm

    wow!! Feeding 12 people, dang!

    Congrats on upping your mileage. and it’s great yuo got to run with your friends, too!

    Reply
  34. Clare @ Fitting It All In says

    October 24, 2010 at 2:08 pm

    Goal in life: experience an oatmeal buffet at the KERF house

    Reply
  35. Balanced Healthy Life says

    October 24, 2010 at 3:05 pm

    I love the idea of having people over for breakfast and having an oatmeal bar!

    Reply
  36. Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says

    October 24, 2010 at 3:07 pm

    what a selection!

    Reply
  37. jenn says

    October 24, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    This is a question for matt: I cannot get my bread to be “fluffy” what gives? And how do I get it to be soft and fluffy? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Matt says

      October 24, 2010 at 4:27 pm

      This could be a multitude of problems: not enough yeast, not allowing the yeast enough time or warmth to rise, not enough gluten to trap bubbles, too many dense ingredients making the dough collapse on itself, not baking warm enough to let steam increase oven spring, and lots of other possible causes.

      I suggest getting Peter Reinhart’s Bread Baker’s Apprentice and starting there… you’ll learn so much about bread just through experience and then you’ll be able to solve your specific problem. Remember, bread baking requires some skill and to get better at any skilled job you have to practice, practice, practice!

      Reply
  38. Natalia - a side of simple says

    October 24, 2010 at 3:50 pm

    Great times 🙂

    Reply
  39. Lisa (bakebikeblog) says

    October 24, 2010 at 4:01 pm

    What a wonderful morning! I am in AWE of that oatmeal bar!!!

    Reply
  40. Allie says

    October 24, 2010 at 4:02 pm

    Mmmm your oatmeal bar looks amazing 🙂

    Reply
  41. Katharine says

    October 24, 2010 at 4:06 pm

    That oatmeal spread looks ah-mazing! The chia seeds are something I’ve yet to try but it all looks great! Makes me want to have oatmeal for dinner! 😉

    Reply
  42. Dave from Running Tips says

    October 24, 2010 at 4:29 pm

    Eight is a nice number for a run. Not crazy long, not real short. Is there a specific race you are planning for?

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    • Kath says

      October 24, 2010 at 6:08 pm

      Not really. I’m hoping to run a half marathon sometime again – perhaps in the spring. And most likely the women’s 10 miler here in Cville. Assuming my legs + feet can handle the distances

      Reply
  43. sarah (the SHU box) says

    October 24, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    DUDE – i am SORE now! my poor achilles. that was so worth it though! next time we’ll have to run in CH.

    Reply
  44. J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says

    October 24, 2010 at 4:44 pm

    Best oatmeal buffet ever!! 🙂

    Reply
  45. Jessica@tastyandtrim says

    October 24, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    That oatmeal bar looks epic! I hope you had an amazing birthday weekend! It’s so nice that you were able to share it with everyone 🙂

    Reply
  46. Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says

    October 24, 2010 at 6:11 pm

    Awesome oatmeal buffet! I love that you threw in gingerbread cookies to the mix. Gingerbread and oats are awesome together. 😀

    Fabulous run, by the way!! 😀

    Reply
  47. Kiran says

    October 24, 2010 at 6:24 pm

    What a great idea to celebrate birthday! An oatmeal bar with wonderful toppings. YUM 🙂

    Reply
  48. Paige @Running Around Normal says

    October 24, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    Woo!! Nice job on the run, Kath 🙂
    Holy freaking oatmeal – lucky house guests! haha

    Reply
  49. Gree says

    October 24, 2010 at 7:03 pm

    What a great idea for a brunch! I love the idea of a big, warm pot of oatmeal and lots of different toppings!

    Reply
  50. Stephanie says

    October 24, 2010 at 7:09 pm

    Wish I could have come to celebrate with ya’ll, so glad you had a great weekend!!! 🙂

    Reply
  51. ilana says

    October 24, 2010 at 8:45 pm

    So impressed you guys ran some more this AM! But bummed to have missed the oats. It was so much fun to celebrate with you and Matt!
    Thanks for including us. T minus 2 til KERFday . . . 😉
    L

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  52. Kristen @ Kristen, Sweetly says

    October 24, 2010 at 10:30 pm

    I will never get tired of being jealous of your oatmeal buffets. They look so, so fun and delicious. I just added two topping butters to my pantry today! I can’t wait to start adding them.

    Reply
  53. Hannah says

    October 24, 2010 at 11:26 pm

    Ah, but I bet you needed the salt after the run! Electrolytes and all 😛

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  54. Meghann says

    October 25, 2010 at 5:18 am

    Those 8 miles were greight! 😉

    Thanks again for a wonderful weekend! Racing, Eating, Wining, Partying, Running, Oating…. ’twas an excellent weekend! Now, ou have to come to Orlando and I’ll show you my city. We won’t be able to ride ourbikes downtown, BUT we can fly high in the sky with Harry Potter. 😉

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