Basic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats

There's a reason oatmeal has been a breakfast staple for generations -- it's simple, nourishing, and endlessly customizable. Our Farm Fresh Raw Rolled Oats are stone-milled from whole oat groats, giving you that classic hearty texture and nutty flavor you just don't get from the instant packets.

Whether you're a stovetop purist or a microwave-in-a-hurry kind of person, this recipe has you covered.

What You'll Need

• 1 cup Farm Fresh Raw Rolled Oats
• 2 cups water or milk (dairy or plant-based)
• Pinch of salt
• Your favorite toppings

Stovetop Method (5 minutes)

1. Bring water or milk to a boil in a saucepan
2. Stir in oats and a pinch of salt, then reduce heat to medium
3. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until oats are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid
4. Remove from heat and let stand 2-3 minutes to thicken
5. Top and serve!

Microwave Method (3 minutes)

1. Combine oats and liquid in a large microwave-safe bowl (bigger than you think -- it bubbles up!)
2. Microwave on high for 2½-3 minutes, watching carefully
3. Stir well and let stand 1-2 minutes to thicken
4. Top and serve!

Topping Ideas

• Brown sugar or maple syrup
• Fresh or dried fruit
• A handful of nuts or seeds
• Cinnamon and honey
• A spoonful of nut butter

The ratio to remember: 1 part oats, 2 parts liquid. Simple as that.

Basic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats

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Category

Breakfast

Cuisine

American

Our Farm Fresh Raw Rolled Oats make the creamiest, nuttiest oatmeal. Learn two easy cooking methods and discover your new favorite breakfast.

Author:

Lisa Riznikove

Ingredients

• 1 cup Farm Fresh Raw Rolled Oats

• 2 cups water or milk (dairy or plant-based)

• Pinch of salt

Optional Toppings:

• Brown sugar or maple syrup

• Fresh or dried fruit

• Nuts or seeds

• Cinnamon

• Honey or nut butter

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Directions

Stovetop (best texture)

1. Bring 2 cups water or milk to a boil

2. Stir in 1 cup oats and a pinch of salt

3. Reduce heat to medium, cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally

4. Remove from heat, rest 2-3 minutes

5. Add toppings and serve

Microwave (fastest)

1. Combine oats and liquid in a large microwave-safe bowl

2. Microwave on high 2½-3 minutes

3. Stir well, rest 1-2 minutes

4. Add toppings and serve

Recipe Note

• Ratio: 1 part oats : 2 parts liquid
• Milk makes it creamier
• Salt enhances flavor
• Double the recipe for meal prep - stores in fridge 4 days

Every recipe here was developed and tested using farm-fresh beans from Foodocracy and Primary Beans. Older beans, anything past a year in your pantry, or beans from other sources may need more coaxing. Give them a soak and add extra cooking time, and they'll get there eventually.