How to Make Oatmeal

Name: How to Make Oatmeal
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 4 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ½ cup rolled oats; 1 cup water; Pinch salt; 2-3 tablespoons milk of choice; 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon maple syrup; 2 tablespoons Chopped Pecans; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ banana; 2 tablespoons walnuts; 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ cup strawberries; 1 tablespoon half and half; 2 teaspoons honey; 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons cocoa powder; 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter; 2 teaspoons chocolate chips; 1 teaspoons roasted peanuts

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Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
4 mins
Servings
1 serving
Calories
171 kcal
Course
Breakfast, Others
Cuisine
American

How to Make Oatmeal

Xia Schmidt

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This is a guide for how to make oatmeal on the stovetop and in the microwave, plus four ways to customize. It's a heart-healthy easy staple breakfast recipe

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Ingredients

Servings

Base Recipe

½ cup rolled oats
1 cup water
Pinch salt
2-3 tablespoons milk of choice

Maple Brown Sugar

1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon maple syrup
2 tablespoons Chopped Pecans
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Banana Nut

½ banana sliced
2 tablespoons walnuts
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Strawberry & Cream

½ cup strawberries sliced
1 tablespoon half and half
2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Peanut Butter

2 teaspoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons chocolate chips
1 teaspoons roasted peanuts

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Instructions

Microwave Instructions

Place the oats, water and salt in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in the microwave on high for 90 seconds. Then add 15-second increments, if needed, until the oatmeal is puffed and softened. This is only necessary the first time you make it. Then you can gauge the exact time needed and repeat in the future. Add milk and stir before serving

Stovetop Instructions

In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the oats. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the oats are soft and have absorbed most of the liquid, about 5 minutes. Add the milk, remove from heat, cover and let stand for 2-3 minutes.

Assembly

Stir in the toppings and let rest for a few minutes to cool. Thin with a little more milk, if desired. Serve warm.

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Notes

Nutrition label is for base oatmeal recipe only and does not include additions/toppings.
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 5 days in the fridge.
Make Ahead Tips: You can make the oatmeal in the microwave or on the stovetop in advance. To reheat, simply add a splash of milk or water and microwave for 1 minute.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However you can use all milk or all water in the recipe instead of doing half milk/half water. You can also use any type of milk you'd like.
* Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1bowl Calories 171kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 171mg (7%) Potassium 147mg (4%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 175mg (18%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1bowl
Calories	171kcal	9%
Carbohydrates	28g	9%
Protein	6g	12%
Fat	4g	6%
Saturated Fat	0.5g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	2g	10%
Sodium	171mg	7%
Potassium	147mg	3%
Fiber	4g	16%
Sugar	1g	2%
Calcium	175mg	18%
Iron	2mg	11%