Description
A simple and wholesome oatmeal recipe using rolled oats, cooked on the stovetop to create a creamy and comforting breakfast. Customize with optional add-ins like mashed banana, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and maple syrup for extra flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups liquid (milk preferred)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 medium mashed banana
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place 1 cup rolled oats and 2 cups of your preferred liquid, such as milk, into a medium-sized pot to prepare for cooking.
- Bring to Boil: Heat the mixture over high heat, stirring continuously to prevent sticking and to evenly cook the oats until the liquid begins to boil.
- Simmer and Thicken: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring for 3 to 5 minutes until the oats thicken to your desired consistency.
Notes
- Use any liquid of choice such as water, almond milk, or dairy milk depending on dietary needs.
- Continuous stirring is key to prevent oats from sticking and burning.
- Optional add-ins can be stirred in after cooking or added at the start for enhanced flavor.
- Adjust liquid quantity based on preferred oatmeal thickness.
- For a quicker option, soak oats overnight and then heat briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American