Steel Cut Oatmeal
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Steel Cut Oatmeal
Description
This recipe starts by boiling water with salt, then adding steel cut oats and reducing heat to a low simmer. Stirring occasionally prevents sticking and ensures even cooking. After about 15 minutes, when water is absorbed, the oats are removed from heat and left covered briefly to finish thickening. The result is oatmeal with a robust, slightly nutty flavor and distinct chewy texture compared to rolled oats.
The oatmeal serves as a versatile base to add sweet or savory toppings according to preference. Its natural heartiness makes it a substantial option for starting the day or a warm side dish.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to five days. To reheat, add milk or water and warm gently, preserving the creamy consistency. Adding milk during cooking can alter the texture to be creamier if preferred.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- Toppings of choice
Instructions
- Place the water and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Add the steel cut oats, reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping along the bottom and sides of the pan to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat and let stand covered for a couple of minutes. Enjoy with your favorite toppings. Yields about 3 cups.
Notes
- Store leftover oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- For reheating, add a splash of milk or water and microwave or warm on the stovetop until heated through.
- You can prepare the oatmeal in advance on the stovetop and reheat as needed.
- Adding up to one cup of milk to the cooking water yields a creamier oatmeal texture.
- The nutrition info excludes toppings; customize as desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 206mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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