Ha! All Bran has a lot of fiber, doesn't it? Do you like bran muffins? You could use it for that.

Jim

Actually it's shredded computer boxes....and won't hurt the birds....if they'll eat it.
Luckily I like shredded wheat....and Cheerios..not honey nut but plain old Cheerios are pretty good. And I also think Wheat Chex are pretty good. But a better choice is make your own whole grain bread or muffins. You can add nuts or fruit as you choose and ground flax seed or sunflower seeds etc.
Linda C

Here is a link that might be useful: nutritional info

This is the recipe I've made countless times, very simple and good. You can use splenda instead of sugar, you can add raisins and nuts etc whatever you like. Link to recipe below

Here is a link that might be useful: kellogg's all bran everyday muffins recipe

Lots of recipes using All-Bran at their web site.

-Grainlady

Here is a link that might be useful: Kellogg's All-Bran

I agree, it won't hurt the birds, but it makes pretty good muffins.

I like shredded wheat, and Trader Joe's has something called "twigs" or similar, it wasn't as bad as All-Bran but it's very fibrous, LOL. I've learned to like oatmeal and I see Cream of Wheat has added fiber, if you can get past the texture. And there's always cornmeal mush. (grin)

Actually, I'd probably also go the muffin route, or make my own granola, or make some whole grain pancakes/waffles and put them in the freezer. Take them out frozen, pop them in the toaster and just like that, breakfast.

Annie

I'm a bit concerned about how all that bran would affect the birds.
Hopefully they wouldn't eat themselves sick on it.

And the suggestions for muffins, breads, etc, are all very good ones.

But if you really want a cereal, you might try
Quaker "Oatmeal Squares".
It comes in three flavors.

I definitely do NOT like sweet cereals,
And I find this one just right for me.
And it has "The goodness of oats".

No, I am not affiliated with Quaker Oats,
in any way, shape or form.

I can not abide the instant oatmeals,
Don't like the quick cooking, either.
But I do like most things made with the
"Old Fashioned" oatmeal.
It's the only kind I use,
Whether in cookies, breads, or whatever.

I do have a very good,
very old,
Oatmeal Bread recipe.
I would be happy to post it,
If anyone is interested.

Rusty

Linda,
I hope it is not too late!! But if you toss cereal or breadcrumbs out, you will attract starlings, or worse, if you live in a rural area, like we do. Raccons, weasels and mice we attracted by the bread/cereal we tossed out in the yard!!
Then, the hawks were attracted to the rodents! Songbirds are just now beginning to come back, but it's a hard lesson to learn!

Here's a good recipe for jump start breakfast!!

Egg Muffins Revisited Again
(Makes 12 muffins, recipe created by Kalyn with inspiration from The South Beach Diet book.

15 eggs (for silicone muffin pans, use 12 eggs for metal muffin tins or individual silicone cups. You can use less egg yolks and more egg white if you prefer.)
1-2 tsp. Spike Seasoning
1-2 cups grated low fat cheese (I like sharp cheddar or a blend of cheddar/Jack cheese, use less cheese if using meat)
Optional, but highly recommended, 3 green onions diced small.
Optional: chopped veggies such as blanched broccoli, red pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, etc. (Using veggies will reduce the fat content)
Optional: diced Canadian bacon, lean ham, or crumbled cooked turkey sausage

Preheat oven to 375 F. Use regular or silicone muffin pan, 12 muffin size. If using silicone pan, spray with nonstick spray. If using regular muffin pan, put two paper liners into each slot, then spray liner with nonstick spray.

In the bottom of the muffin cups layer diced meat, if using, vegetables, if using, cheese and green onions. You want the muffin cups to be about 2/3 full, with just enough room to pour a little egg around the other ingredients. Break eggs into large measuring bowl with pour spout, add Spike, and beat well. (I used to add a bit of half and half or milk, but lately I like the way they turn out without it.) Pour egg into each muffin cup until it is 3/4 full. I like to stir slightly with a fork. Bake 25-35 minutes until muffins have risen and are slightly browned and set.

Muffins will keep at least a week in the refrigerator without freezing. Egg muffins can be frozen and reheated. For best results, thaw in refrigerator before reheating. Microwave on high about 2 minutes to reheat.

Here is a link that might be useful: Kalyn's Kitchen

Problem with muffins or breads is the added fat & sugar. Was eating cereal to get away from adding that kind of stuff.

Yep, I am in the woods in a rural area. Would not want to attract any more rodents than already know we're here! LOL

I was concerned about a lot of bran for the birds, too.

Guess I'll either make up some kind of muffin thing or just toss the cereal. I was hoping to up my fiber intake, but I still require flavor in my foods!

Linda

Linda- no thoughts on what to do with that awful All Bran, but DH eats McCann's Quick cooking oatmeal. He doesn't care for steel cut varieties, but is very pleased with his oatmeal made with milk, Penzey's cinnamon, a bit of brown sugar (you could use splenda) and a few huge raisins from the farmer's market.
Good luck with mastering a new way to eat!

Just to add, the muffin the All Bran makes is very good and let me tell you that I absolutely HATE All Bran cereal(eaten with milk), it makes me want to barf...HEEHEE!

You don't have to use sugar, you can use splenda and you can use olive oil.

Ah well I was going to suggest that my favorite banana bread uses lots of it, but I don't think that would work for you.

One box of cereal isn't going to hurt the birds, nor attract wildlife that isn't already right there anyway. Toss away.

I like Cheerios (original and Honey Nut) and also CRISPIX is a big favorite.