Steel Cut Oatmeal Recipe
This basic steel cut oatmeal recipe uses the stovetop to gently cook the steel cut oats with a little water and salt. Milk is added after cooking for creaminess.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- ½ cup milk of choice
Instructions
- Place the water and salt in a medium pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Add the steel cut oats and reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cook until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping along the bottom and sides of the pot to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat, cover the pot and let it stand covered for a couple of minutes. Stir in the milk and then serve with your favorite toppings.
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Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 5 days in the fridge.
Make Ahead Tips: You can make the oatmeal on the stovetop in advance. To reheat, simply add a splash of milk or water and microwave for 1 minute.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However you can add up to 1 cup of milk to the water for a more creamy consistency.
* Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.
This recipe has been updated in July 2025 to include milk.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup cooked | Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 2mg
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