Name: Microwave Oatmeal - 2 minutes!
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 cup
Ingredients: 1/2 C whole rolled oats; 1/2 C water; pinch of salt

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Microwave oatmeal that doesn’t turn out all mushy is a real thing….you just need to use whole rolled oats instead of that nasty prepackaged stuff! If you hate having to boil water on the stove to make your favorite old fashioned oatmeal, then read on to learn how to cook rolled oats in just 2 minutes using the microwave!

I make oatmeal for my kids at least twice a week and since morning time is not knows for being calm and peaceful around here, speed is of the essence. No time to waste standing over the stove waiting for water to boil and a big “no thank you” to the artificial flavorings and the ton of sugar they add to the packages of instant oatmeal. And don’t even get me started with the texture of instant oatmeal….or even quick oats for that matter. I’m a bit of an oatmeal snob and perfectly ok with that 🙂

My recipe uses whole rolled oats because that is what we like. Yes, you can use quick oats but know that the texture will be mushy. This recipe is really flexible, so if you like your oats with more texture, use a bit less water. If you want your oatmeal with less texture, add a bit more water. Have fun with the toppings and add-ins! If your kids don’t like oatmeal, it’s just because you haven’t found the right toppings for them yet. Each of my kids like their oatmeal slightly different, so I pull out all the topping options and let them create their own favorite bowls: apples, raisins, craisins, almonds, pecans, dried cherries, fresh berries, cinnamon sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup and honey are our favorites.

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Microwave Oatmeal – 2 minutes!

Author: Carole Jones
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Yield: 1 cup 1x

Description

How to make oatmeal in the microwave in 2 minutes using whole rolled oats! My favorite healthy breakfast recipe!

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Ingredients

1/2 C whole rolled oats
1/2 C water
pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a microwave safe cereal bowl, place all the ingredients together and stir. Place uncovered in the microwave for two minutes on high. Add milk and your favorite toppings to serve. Some of our favorites are apples, raisins, craisins, almonds, dried cherries, brown sugar, honey, agave, maple syrup, pecans and cinnamon.

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April 28, 2013 at 2:56 am

I eat oatmeal every morning for breakfast. Started on January 1, 2012. I also used the old-fashioned, half a cup with one cup stirred in and zap in the microwave for 2 minues and 44 seconds. Take out and stir in fresh fruit.

I’m with you on the quick oatmeal. Can’t stand the mushy texture.

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April 29, 2013 at 11:59 am

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April 29, 2013 at 12:00 pm

Thanks, now I know what I am going to have for breakfast! Sherri@MadeFromPinterest

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