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How to Make Oatmeal?
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How to Make Oatmeal

There’s something deeply comforting about a bowl of creamy, warm oatmeal that feels like a hug in a bowl. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of velvety texture and nutty flavor, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup steel-cut oats
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • Cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or cardamom optional
  • Honey or maple syrup optional
Variation 1: Apple & Tart Cherry
  • Thinly sliced apple
  • Frozen tart cherries, thawed
  • Chopped almonds
Variation 2: Blueberry & Coconut
  • Frozen blueberries, thawed
  • Orange zest
  • Greek yogurt
  • Chia seeds
  • Coconut flakes

Method
 

  1. Bring the water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the oats and salt and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until thickened.
  2. Stir in a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or cardamom, if desired. Remove from heat and let stand for two minutes. Serve hot with honey or maple syrup, if desired.
  3. To make the Apple & Tart Cherry variation, top with sliced apples, tart cherries, and almonds.
  4. To make the Blueberry & Coconut variation, top with blueberries, orange zest, a scoop of Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and coconut flakes.
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