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Bircher Muesli with Madeleine Kunin

Pots, Pans & Politicians -- November 17, 2011

Former Vermont Governor Madeleine Kunin makes a Swiss breakfast dish called Bircher Muesli. It's named after Dr. Maximilian Oskar Bircher, a Swiss doctor.

Bircher Muesli

Ingredients (amounts vary according to taste):

1 cup rolled oats (quick oats)

1 cup plain yogurt

1/2 cup milk

1 banana

1/2 cup nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)

1/2 or 1 grated apple

1/2 cup raisens

Maple syrup (splash in or drizzle on top)

Blend for a few minutes and then let stand for 3 minutes. Serve cold.