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Steel Cut Oats

A balanced and versatile breakfast is anything that starts with Steel Cut Oats.

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This Steel Cut Oats recipe has 5 ingredients and has saved my life more times than I can count.

If you are on a budget, camping, in a rush or just looking for something more balanced for breakfast then look no further. Oats are one of those things that you can really dress up or keep simple. Soaking your oats is not a necessity but I promise you that it is a gift! If you want to have better digestion and absorb all the nutrients this is the way to go (not to mention it cuts down the cooking time!)

This quick and affordable recipe goes incredibly with one of my homemade granola’s which you can browse here or any nut butters and seasonal fruits.

a beautiful ceramic bowl with steel cut oats, a sprinkle of seeds, blueberries and freshly sliced strawberries and edible purple flowers

These little whole grains are boost heart health by lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol and blood pressure. They also help to maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and manage diabetes. Steel cut oats are sodium free and a great alternative to rolled oats which require a larger portion for the same amount of nutrition.

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a beautiful ceramic bowl with steel cut oats, a sprinkle of seeds, blueberries and freshly sliced strawberries and edible purple flowers

Steel Cut Oats

A balanced breakfast that won't spike your blood sugar! Soaking the Steel Cut Oats the night before aids in digestion and better absorption of the nutrients in the oats. Best served with one of my homemade granolas, nut butter and seasonal fruit.
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Servings: 3
Author: Teri-Ann Carty
Prep Time: 12 hours
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 12 hours 25 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup steel cut oats (certified Gluten Free)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • pinch salt
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Instructions

  • Place the oats and water in a bowl or the pot you plan on cooking the oats in.
  • Let the oats soak overnight.
  • When you are ready to cook, drain the oats over a sieve.
  • Place oats in a small pot and cover with 3 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium low stirring often.
  • Stir in cinnamon, vanilla and salt.
  • Once the oats thicken, remove from heat and let rest for 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to bowls and top with your favourite nut butter, MY granola and fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg

*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.

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