How To Cook Steel Cut Oats 3 Ways

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil.
2. 2
   In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
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   Coat the slow cooker with butter, coconut oil or cooking to spray to prevent the oats from sticking.
4. 4
   Add oats and stir. Watch them closely for the first couple of minutes because sometimes they like to bubble up and over.
5. 5
   Add oats and stir.
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   Add oats, water milk, salt and cinnamon to your slow cooker and stir.
7. 7
   Cover and simmer 20-30 minutes over low heat until oats reach the consistency you like (20 minutes for chewy, al dente oats, 30 minutes for more creamy).
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   Cover and turn off the heat.
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   Cover and cook on low setting 4-6hours, or on high for 2-3 hours.
10. 10
    Scoop into bowls and serve with your favorite toppings.
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    Let sit overnight.
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    Scoop into bowls and serve with your favorite toppings.
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    In the morning add a splash of water (or milk) to loosen the oats and heat over medium-low heat until warmed through.
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    Scoop into bowls and serve with your favorite toppings.