Old-Fashioned Oatmeal
1 cup
Active time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Description
Unlike quick-cooking oats, old-fashioned oatmeal has time to turn extra-creamy and luscious with just a few minutes more of cooking time. With a bit of milk and the toppings of your choice, old-fashioned oats can be your go-to morning staple for filling, healthy breakfasts.
Directions
- Stovetop: Combine water (or 1 cup milk) and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir in oats and reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Microwave: Combine water (or 1 cup milk), salt and oats in a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on High for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Stir before serving.
- Top with milk, sweetener, cinnamon, dried fruits or nuts, if desired.
Tips
- Tip: People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should use oats that are labeled "gluten-free," as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley.
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Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories154 cal
- Total Fat2.6 g
- Saturated Fat0.4 g
- Cholesterol0 mg
- Sodium155 mg
- Carbohydrate Total27.4 g
- Protein5.3 g
- Phosphorus166 mg
- Potassium149 mg
- Fiber4.1 g
- Calcium28 mg
Ingredients
- 1 cup water or low-fat milk, plus more milk for serving (1 ounce)
- Pinch salt
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 - 2 teaspoons honey, cane sugar or brown sugar, optional
- Pinch cinnamon