Make Oatmeal at Home, Creamy And Healthy

• Food: Oatmeal

• Writer: Alice

• Content-Type: Food Blog

Looking to cook oatmeal at home? You are in the proper location.

Oatmeal has never been my favorite food, as you may know if you’ve been reading this blog for a long. But this fall, after trying Amy Chaplin’s recipe for whole oat porridge, I began to change my mind.

See, I used to only consume plain quick oats, which I found to be flavorless and mushy.

However, as I began experimenting with other varieties of oats, I found that when cooked properly, oat transforms into a rich, creamy porridge that makes a terrific base for seasonal toppings.

Two topping combos that I’ve become addicted to recently are listed in the recipe below. One consists of a blend of sour apples and cherries with a crunchy topping of chopped almonds.

The other includes yogurt, coconut, chia seeds, coconut, orange zest, and blueberries. A dash of cardamom and honey is also included.

Each one creates a filling, nourishing breakfast when added to a hot bowl of oat. They motivate me to get out of bed on chilly mornings, and I hope they do the same for you.

A RECIPE FOR OATMEAL

Making oat is never difficult, but the type of oats you purchase will affect how you boil them. Therefore, knowing your oats comes first. You will normally find the following varieties at the store:

• Oat groats in their entirety preserve the grain. They take the longest to cook because they need the most liquid—4 cups of water for every cup of oats—to do it.
• My favorite cereal is steel-cut oats. These have been roughly chopped oat groats. In comparison to whole oat groats, they cook more rapidly and produce a substantial, creamy porridge. The recipe below includes directions for preparing steel-cut oats.
• Traditional oats – Oat groats are steamed and rolled into flakes to create old-fashioned or rolled oats. Only 2 cups of water are needed for every cup of oats, and they only take 5 minutes to cook. They are the ingredients I use in my kitchen the most frequently to make baked oat, overnight oats, oat cookies, and no-bakes.
• Old-fashioned oats and quick oats are both steamed for a longer period and are rolled more thinly. They cook in just one minute and need 2 cups of water for 1 cup of oats, just like traditional oats. While quick oats are fantastic for days when you’re in a rush, I suggest picking whole oat groats or steel-cut oats for the creamiest porridge.

To prepare your oat, bring the necessary amount of water or milk to a boil before stirring in the oats and a dash of salt. At this point, you could also include a spice like cinnamon, cardamom, or turmeric.

Stirring occasionally, boil the porridge at a simmer until it has reached the appropriate consistency. After that, top it with your preferred toppings and indulge.

RECIPE ADVICE FOR MAKING OATMEAL

• Ensure that the oats you purchase are gluten-free if you follow a gluten-free diet. Although many oats are produced in facilities that also handle wheat products, oats are a naturally gluten-free food. If you must avoid gluten, look for oats that have been tested and are certified gluten-free. These oats are processed in facilities free of wheat.
• Maintain the leftovers! Did you know that you can prepare conventional oat in advance in addition to the famed overnight variety, which makes for a fantastic grab-and-go breakfast? Make a large quantity ahead of time, then divide it up into small containers. Reheat it in the morning on the stove or in the microwave, thinning it gradually with milk or water as necessary to reach the appropriate consistency. After that, smother it in toppings and devour!
• Add a little salt. Oat that is made only with water and oats can be flavorless. The nutty flavor of the oats will be enhanced by a dash of salt, without making your cereal salty. Add a dash of maple syrup or honey for a delicious sweet/salty contrast to elevate it to the next level.
• Fill it up. Loading up your morning bowl of oats with substantial toppings will help keep you full until lunch. Oat is a terrific canvas for all kinds of robust toppings. I top mine with chopped nuts and a dollop of yogurt, almond, or peanut butter. Fruits—fresh or dried—seeds, chocolate chips, and coconut flakes are also excellent options. Alternately, visit this article for suggestions on how to prepare flavorful oat!

OATMEAL

My go-to recipe for healthy oats is this one. It has a variety of great seasonal toppings and is creamy and healthful. Below are a couple of my favorite pairings.

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium-sized pot, bring the water to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low before adding the salt and oats. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring periodically, or until thickened. If preferred, add cardamom, cinnamon, or nutmeg. After removing from the heat, stand aside for two minutes. Honey or maple syrup, if requested, and desired toppings should be served hot.