Classic Oatmeal Recipe

You’re probably asking why I have a recipe for classic oatmeal. Because instant oatmeal exists, so why would I bother to make my life harder!

Well, picky ol’ me likes rolled oats (and other healthy stuff like rye, barley and wheat). And rolled oats tastes better, at least to me, when it’s cooked over the stove. Granted you can microwave rolled oats as well, but it takes longer, and it might come out uneven. Anyway, I’m picky so there are some things that I just can’t explain. I just know that I like cooking rolled oats over the stove.

If you’re at this paragraph, then you’re still interested in my classic oatmeal recipe! You won’t be disappointed. My oatmeal turns out nicely with a bit of sweetness, thanks to the honey added in the recipe. (I’ve tried adding a pinch of salt in the past, but it’s just too salty to my liking.) I also especially love my oatmeal with dried cranberries and almond slices. Try it with whatever fruits or topping your dear heart desires.

Classic Oatmeal Recipe

Ingredients

Yield: 1 serving

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup milk – or you can use 1 cup milk and skip the water for a creamier oatmeal
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 tbsp honey
• dried cranberries, or whatever fresh/dried fruits that you like
• almond slices

Directions

1. Bring milk and water in a pot to a boil.
2. Watch the liquid when it’s boiling. Milk tends to rise up and foam quickly once it hits boiling point.
3. Turn heat to medium high.
4. Pour oats into the pot.
5. Add in honey.
6. Stir occasionally. Cook for about 3-5 minutes.
7. Remove from heat.
8. Pour oatmeal into a bowl.
9. Add in however much cranberries and almond slices as you like.

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