How to Cook Irish Steel Cut Oats

Nothing warms a cold morning better than a hearty breakfast of Irish steel cut oats, a tasty cereal that bears no resemblance to the gummy oatmeal that comes in packets. This recipe serves four.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup Irish steel cut oats
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup milk or cream
• Brown sugar or maple syrup, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.

2. Pour 1 cup of oats into a cast-iron skillet or other ovenproof dish. Toast for 20 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside.

3. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups salted water to a boil.

4. Add 1 cup toasted oats to the boiling water. Reduce heat and simmer partially covered for 15 minutes until the oats are tender.

5. Divide the oats between four bowls. Top with milk or cream and brown sugar or maple syrup.

Tips & Warnings

• Make a big batch of oats and keep it in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can quickly reheat individual portions in the microwave.