Ingredients:

  • 4 cups (950 ml) water
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (3g)
  • 1 cup (170g) steel-cut oats (Irish oatmeal)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk or cream (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, or coconut oil (for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds - toasted), for topping
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) brown sugar, for topping (or maple syrup, honey)

Instructions:

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil.
  2. Stir in the steel-cut oats. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered.
  3. Cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are creamy and the liquid is absorbed. Check and stir more frequently towards the end to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the milk/cream and butter (or oil).
  5. While the oatmeal simmers, toast the nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and lightly browned. Watch them carefully to prevent burning!
  6. Divide the oatmeal into bowls, top with toasted nuts, brown sugar (or other sweetener), and any other desired toppings. Serve immediately.