Tackling the bulk bins: steel cut oats
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In order to unlock the nutrients in the oats (or any grain), you need to soak the grains overnight first BEFORE cooking them. The natural protective enzymes in seeds are unlocked by the soaking - it imitates germination. A bit of yogurt, kefir, or whey will help this process and add a tangy flavor.
The night before, put one cup steel-cut oats in a glass or ceramic bowl. Add one cup of water and 2 tablespoons yogurt, or whey, or kefir. Place in a warm spot and soak overnight.
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Hello!
Our recipe is
4 cups water
1 cup steel cut oats.
Sometimes I put blueberries and cinnamon in to cook with the oats. Turns out really well for us. My kids also love theirs cooked plain with preserves on top. They used to hate oatmeal but It works for us every time. I can imagine it's an acquired taste. I know a lot of people who just DO NOT LIKE IT. But we llswear by it. Best wishes
Hi there - I happen to love steel cut oats. Some tips that I learned: use milk or half milk/half water to make it creamier, don't add the salt in the beginning, it messes up the texture...you have to wait until after the oats are almost done, and everything else you tried sound great with the dried fruit...though I never tried agave nectar. I use honey. Hope that helps!
