Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups steel cut oats
- 4 cups water or milk
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
40-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, water or milk, cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the oats are cooked through and tender.
- Stir in the walnuts, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 220
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Protein: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Fat: 4g
- Sugar: 16g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting
- Sweet and tart
- Creamy and satisfying
- Ideal for a nutritious and filling breakfast or brunch
User Comments:
- "This oatmeal is amazing! The cranberries and cinnamon give it a perfect balance of flavors."
- "I love the chewy texture of the steel cut oats."
- "This has become my go-to breakfast recipe. It's so easy to make and tastes delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Steel cut oats take longer to cook than rolled oats. Be sure to allow enough time for them to cook through properly.
- If you don't have dried cranberries, you can use fresh cranberries. Just be sure to add them towards the end of cooking to prevent them from bursting.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the oatmeal to your taste by adding more or less brown sugar.
- For a vegan version, use almond milk or soy milk instead of regular milk.
