Oatmeal Recipe
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Ingredients
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Basic Oatmeal
Creamy Option (optional)
Toppings (optional)
Method
Basic Oatmeal
Bring liquid to a simmer
In a small saucepan, combine 1.5 cups water and 0.25 tsp salt. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add oats and cook
Stir in 1 cup rolled oats. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed and oats are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes for rolled oats. If you prefer chewier oats, cook closer to 5 minutes; for creamier, cook to 7 minutes.
Finish with butter
Remove saucepan from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon unsalted butter until melted and incorporated. Let sit 1 minute to thicken.
Creamy Option (optional)
If you want creamier, richer oatmeal, stir in 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant) and 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey after removing from heat. Return to low heat for 30 seconds while stirring, then remove. Adjust sweetener to taste.
Toppings (optional)
Spoon the oatmeal into a bowl. Top with 1/2 cup sliced banana, 1/2 cup fresh berries, and 2 tablespoons chopped nuts. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon and a pinch of flaky sea salt on top. Serve warm.