How to Cook Oatmeal

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  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    7 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    228 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Cook Oatmeal

Learn how to make oatmeal so it actually tastes good! This basic oatmeal recipe uses only 4 ingredients, turns out great every time, and can be topped with all sorts of yummy toppings to make the best oatmeal ever!

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Ingredients

Servings

Oatmeal

  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Toppings

  • brown sugar
  • honey
  • maple syrup
  • nuts sliced almonds or chopped pecans are our favorites, your favorite
  • banana
  • apple sliced
  • berries
  • peanut butter
  • mini chocolate chips
  • cookie butter

Instructions

  1. Combine the oats, milk, water, cinnamon, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened to your desired consistency.
  4. Remove from the heat and cool for a few minutes before pouring into bowls and serving with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Basic oatmeal recipe from Cooking Light.
  • Gluten-free oatmeal: Not all oatmeal is gluten-free. Be sure to be gluten-free oats if you have food allergies that you are concerned about.
  • Dairy-free oatmeal: You can substitute almond milk or coconut milk in this recipe.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 228kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 200mg (8%) Potassium 332mg (7%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 199IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.02mg (0%) Calcium 180mg (18%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 228 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 228kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 200mg 8%
Potassium 332mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 199IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.02mg 0%
Calcium 180mg 18%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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