Refrigerator Oatmeal

[Evergreen47]

I am a chronic non-breakfast eater. With some changes in my life lately, I've made a conscious effort to begin eating breakfast. My biggest problem is that I just don't have time or want to take the time to cook breakfast on my way out the door. This recipe means that getting my breakfast is as simple as opening the fridge.

 

Ingredients:

 

1/2 c. oats - I use steel cut for the extra iron

1 c. milk - I use non-dairy milk because I am vegan, but regular milk or even yogurt works as well -- you can also use water to decrease the amount of milk used. Rule of thumb is 1:2 ratio of oats to liquid.

 

Flavoring:

This is where you can get as creative as you want - blueberries, raspberries, apples, pumpkin puree, cherries, and banana are all great fruit choices. Cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, peanut butter, and maple syrup are all up for grabs as far as other flavorings. Be creative. I like apple cinnamon myself and use either 1/4 c. of chopped apples or apple sauce and 1/2 tsp. cinnamon and 1 tblsp of brown sugar.

 

Mix all ingredients in a mason jar. Seal and refrigerate overnight. In the morning stir and enjoy. You can also add slivered almonds, pecans, or chia seeds at this point for a bit of crunch. Oatmeal will keep for 2-3 days, so make ahead of time for convenience.

Edited March 3, 2013 by Evergreen47

[Aloe]

Great idea, I'll give this a try. :) I never miss breakfast but I'm always up for trying something new with oatmeal, it's one of my favorite ingredients.

[Evergreen47]

For those in warmer climates or during the summer months, it's nice and refreshing in the morning. :)

[CelticGypsy]

This sounds really good, EG47. But for clarification purposes...... do you cook the oats prior, or does the milk saturate them, while in the fridge ?

 

I'm not getting it. lol ! :blush: :huh: :unsure:

 

 

Thank you !

 

 

xo

Gypsy

[Evergreen47]

No cooking required, CG. The oats need at least 6-8 hours in the fridge, and they absorb the milk on their own. :-)

[RavenFlyer]

I wonder if there is a way to make this gluten free.

I know that oats in and of themselves are gluten free, but a lot are processed in places with wheat, barley, etc.

does anyone know a reliable gluten free oat brand that's free from cross contamination?

Edited March 3, 2013 by RavenFlyer

[Evergreen47]

I wonder if there is a way to make this gluten free.

I know that oats in and of themselves are gluten free, but a lot are processed in places with wheat, barley, etc.

does anyone know a reliable gluten free oat brand that's free from cross contamination?

 

Bob's Red Mill is great for gluten-free oats and things. If your local stores don't carry it, you can by a 4-pack of 32 oz. bags on Amazon for $17.

 

http://www.amazon.co...=bob's red mill

 

 

When we were a gluten-free household, I really relied on Bob's for gf mixes.

 

ETA: Bob's Red Mill does process their oats in the same facilities as tree nuts and soy, so be aware if you have those allergies as well.

Edited March 4, 2013 by Evergreen47

[RavenFlyer]

I'm good with nuts ;) and soy. Gluten on the other hand makes me bloat, have diarrhea, cramp horribly, and suffer terrible nausea.

 

I'll look for that brand. Thanks EG!

[atewsley]

I eat the Bob's steel cut as well but I don't have the patience to cook it because it takes longer. I'm not a breakfast eater so by the time it's done, I'm no longer willing to eat. Thanks for the tip. :handshake:

[Whiterose]

Bob's Red Mill is great for gluten-free oats and things. If your local stores don't carry it, you can by a 4-pack of 32 oz. bags on Amazon for $17.

 

http://www.amazon.co...'s red mill

 

 

When we were a gluten-free household, I really relied on Bob's for gf mixes.

 

ETA: Bob's Red Mill does process their oats in the same facilities as tree nuts and soy, so be aware if you have those allergies as well.

 

I saw this in my local co op too, so if you have one of those in town take a look there, they may carry it.

[sarasuperid]

Thanks for the tip, I have to try this, I love steel cut oatmeal, but not the time to cook it, a minute in the microwave or three on the stve and these would be piping hot too.

[Evergreen47]

Thanks for the tip, I have to try this, I love steel cut oatmeal, but not the time to cook it, a minute in the microwave or three on the stve and these would be piping hot too.

 

Yup! I eat it cold, but hubby microwaves for hot.