The Surprising Ingredient Jennifer Aniston Adds to Her Oatmeal

The Surprising Ingredient Jennifer Anniston Adds to Her Oatmeal

Break-ups are hard. When two people part, the best thing they can both do is walk away with the memories and most importantly, the lessons, they learned from each other. A celebrity often breaks their silence following a very public split to express their struggles, to confirm (or more often deny) a juicy tidbit of gossip, or to announce their "I'm doing me for a while" era.

Following her breakup with actor Justin Theroux, I did not expect Jennifer Aniston to reveal that her ex-husband changed the way she made oatmeal, her favorite breakfast dish. The twist? Thanks to Justin Theroux, Jen never forgets 1 ingredient to turn her bowl of oats from flat to fluffy to the max: egg whites. 

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What Do Egg Whites Do to Oatmeal?

Incorporating egg whites gives the oatmeal a creamy, fluffy texture and also boosts the amount of protein in your breakfast, which can help keep you feeling full until lunchtime.

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How to Make Oatmeal with Egg Whites

To have breakfast like Jennifer Aniston, cook your oatmeal on the stovetop according to package directions or until you achieve your preferred consistency. Once the oatmeal is nearly done, whisk in egg whites (about one or two) until they're fully incorporated. Continue to cook, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling, until the egg whites are fully cooked and the oatmeal is creamy. Finish with your favorite toppings.

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