Ingredients and Weight:
- Old Fashioned Oats: 3 cups
- Butter: 1/2 cup
- Brown Sugar: 1/3 cup
- Milk: 2 cups
- Eggs: 4
- Mixed dried fruits (e.g., dates, raisins, apricots): 1 cup
- Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts): 1/2 cup, chopped
- Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including preparation and baking time)
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, butter, brown sugar, and milk. Let soak for 5 minutes.
- Add eggs, dried fruits, nuts, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is cooked through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 450
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 10g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Blend of traditional and modern flavors, with a focus on natural ingredients.
- The dish is rich in texture and flavor, providing a satisfying and nourishing meal.
- The dish is suitable for all ages and can be customized with different dried fruits and nuts to suit individual preferences.
User Comments:
- "The dish was delicious! The blend of flavors was perfect."
- "I loved the texture of the oats, they were baked to perfection."
- "This dish is a great way to start the day, very nourishing and filling."
- "I added some extra dried cranberries and almonds for a festive touch, it was great!"
- "The dish was easy to make and the instructions were clear."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to preference.
- Feel free to experiment with different dried fruits and nuts to create your own unique flavor combinations.
- For extra crispiness, spread the mixture out evenly in the baking dish before baking.
