How to Make Oatmeal
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 222kcal
Ingredients
Oatmeal
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or milk or a combination of both
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-Ins
- 1 tablespoon sweetener: honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, dates
- 1 tablespoon flavor: cinnamon, nutmeg, cocoa powder, nut butter, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice,
- 1/4 cup nutrition: chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, protein powder
- 1 cup fruit: berries, bananas, apples, pears,
- 1/4 cup nuts: pecans, walnuts, macadamia, almonds
Instructions
Stovetop Method
- Add water or milk, and salt to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium/high heat.
- Reduce heat to low and add your oats. Stir frequently and let cook for about 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed the the oats have thickened. Remove from the heat.
- Stir in any add-ins, and add additional milk if it is too thick. Portion into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy!
Microwave Method
- In a microwave safe dish, add your oats and liquid. (milk or water) Stir to combine well.
- Microwave on high for about 2 minutes. Stir. Add 30 seconds more at a time until the oatmeal looks slightly puffy and the liquid has been mostly absorbed. Carefully remove from microwave.
- Stir in any add-ins, and add additional milk if it is too thick. Portion into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg