Overnight Steel-Cut Oats
These creamy, heart-healthy steel-cut oats are the perfect way to start your day!
Equipment
- 3 qt saucepan with a tight-fitting lid
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked steel-cut oats, not quick-cooking
- 3 cups water, plus a little more
- a small pat of butter
- a pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Over medium-high heat melt the butter in a saucepan,You can use as little or as much butter as you like, but I don’t recommend eliminating it altogether because the oats won’t “fry” nicely
- Once the butter has melted, add 1 cup of uncooked oats
- Stir oats, coating with butter, and “fry” for approximately three minutes.This step is the most important. Watch the oats closely and stir frequently. You don’t want the oats to burn, but rather have a nice golden brown hue. You’ll know they’re just right because they will be fragrant.
- Once the oats are golden brown, add 3 cups of water.I always add a splash more because I like my oatmeal a little thinner You can also substitute cow’s milk, almond milk, coconut milk, etc. if you want creamier oatmeal, but it will affect the taste and consistency.
- Add a pinch of sea salt and stir.
- Bring the water + oats to a boil and then cover with a lid
- Turn off the stove and go to bed, leaving the pot covered overnight.
Notes
When you wake up the following day, you will have the perfect, creamy oatmeal. Garnish with any toppings of your choice; I like to top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and some chopped walnuts, but the possibilities are endless!
Refrigerate any leftovers and enjoy them throughout the week.