Oats are a cereal grain with an edible seed, which is often rolled and used for oatmeal, a popular breakfast. Steel cut oats are the whole-oat groats that have been cut two or three times by steel instead of rolled or processed. Because they are unrefined and have a coarser texture to their rolled or instant counterparts, they take longer to prepare. A good way to prepare steel cut oats is to soak them in hot water. This can take around 45 minutes, but this cooking time can be avoided in the morning if the soak begins before bed.
Step 1
Boil 4 cups of water for every 1/2 cup of steel cut oats needed in a saucepan. Once it comes to a boil, stir in the steel cut oats and let boil for another two minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and turn off the cooker. Cover the oats with a lid and let them sit overnight.
Step 2
Check the oats in the morning to see if they have absorbed all of the water, in which case enough water just to cover the oats should be added. Stirring gently,simmer the steel cut oats in the morning for five to 10 minutes, or until the oats reach the desired thickness and texture.
Step 3
Add wholesome ingredients to the oats. Fresh sliced fruit or nuts are a tasty and healthy addition to steel cut oats. Try a natural sweetener such as Stevia, honey or maple syrup. A little whole milk can add creaminess to the dish.
Tips and Warnings
- Check for steel cut oats recipes online.
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