40 minutes
A warm, nourishing bowl of oatmeal with a touch of quinoa for added texture and nutrition.
Thick Rolled Oats
cups
Quinoa, unrinsed
tablespoons
cups
teaspoons
1. Combine Ingredients and Cook
Start by combining the oats, quinoa, water, and kosher salt in a pot. Place the pot over low heat and cover it, allowing the mixture to cook gently for about 15 minutes.
2. Check and Adjust Heat
After 15 minutes, check the mixture. If the water isn't absorbing as expected, slightly increase the heat to encourage even cooking.
3. Monitor and Finish Cooking
Continue to monitor the cooking process. Adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, if necessary. Allow the oatmeal to cook undisturbed for another 15 minutes, until it reaches a creamy consistency.
4. Add Optional Fruit and Serve
Once cooking is complete, optionally enhance your oatmeal with fresh or dried fruit. Cover the pot for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Use a 2:1 liquid-to-oats ratio for rolled oats, and consider milk for creaminess.
Before boiling, dry-toast the oats in the saucepan on medium heat until they're fragrant. This brings out a nuttier flavor and can add a new dimension to your oatmeal.
Fresh or dried fruit, nuts, seeds, or a spoonful of nut butter can be added either during the last few minutes of cooking or as a topping for additional texture and nutrition.
Don't skip the resting time after removing from heat. This allows the oatmeal to thicken to the perfect consistency.
Use diverse toppings like toasted nuts, fruits, or Greek yogurt to add contrasting textures and flavors.
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