For 4 Servings:
1 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups of water or milk (or a combination of both)
Pinch of salt (optional)
Optional toppings such as honey, maple syrup, fresh or dried fruit, nuts, or cinnamon
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rolled oats, water or milk (or a combination of both), and salt (if using).
2. Place the saucepan on the gas stove over medium-high heat.
3. Stir the mixture occasionally and bring it to a boil.
4. Once the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.
5. Continue to stir the mixture occasionally and let it cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and have become soft and creamy.
6. If you prefer a thicker consistency, continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the oatmeal cool for a few minutes.
8. Serve the oatmeal in bowls and add toppings of your choice, such as brown sugar, maple syrup, nuts, dried fruit, or fresh fruit.
9. Stir the toppings into the oatmeal and enjoy your delicious breakfast!
For 4 Servings:
1 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups of water or milk (or a combination of both)
Pinch of salt (optional)
Optional toppings such as honey, maple syrup, fresh or dried fruit, nuts, or cinnamon
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rolled oats, water or milk (or a combination of both), and salt (if using).
2. Place the saucepan on the gas stove over medium-high heat.
3. Stir the mixture occasionally and bring it to a boil.
4. Once the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.
5. Continue to stir the mixture occasionally and let it cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the oats have absorbed most of the liquid and have become soft and creamy.
6. If you prefer a thicker consistency, continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the oatmeal cool for a few minutes.
8. Serve the oatmeal in bowls and add toppings of your choice, such as brown sugar, maple syrup, nuts, dried fruit, or fresh fruit.
9. Stir the toppings into the oatmeal and enjoy your delicious breakfast!
