Old Fashioned Oatmeal

Warm, comforting, and endlessly customizable, this creamy oatmeal is the perfect way to start your day. Made with simple pantry staples and cooked until soft and velvety, it delivers a cozy bowl of goodness that feels both nourishing and indulgent. Finished with a touch of natural sweetness and your favorite toppings, this oatmeal is wholesome, satisfying, and always hits the spot—whether you enjoy it plain or dressed up with fruit, nuts, and spices.

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Fun Facts:

  • Oats are one of the few grains that are naturally gluten-free (though they’re often processed alongside wheat).

  • Oatmeal has been eaten for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Scotland where it was a daily staple.

  • The creamy texture of oatmeal comes from beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that thickens as it cooks.

  • Oatmeal can be enjoyed sweet or savory—it pairs just as well with fruit as it does with eggs and cheese.

  • Soaking or cooking oats helps make them easier to digest and enhances their natural flavor.

Did you know that oatmeal:

  • Supports heart health – Oatmeal is rich in beta-glucan fiber, which helps lower bad cholesterol.

  • Keeps you full longer – Its high fiber content promotes satiety and helps reduce snacking.

  • Aids digestion – Oats support healthy gut bacteria and help keep digestion regular.

  • Stabilizes blood sugar – Oatmeal provides slow-release carbohydrates, helping prevent energy crashes.

  • Naturally nourishing – Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like avenanthramides.

  • Gentle on the stomach – Easy to digest and soothing, making it ideal for sensitive stomachs.

  • Versatile & budget-friendly – Works for sweet or savory meals and fits almost any diet.

OLD FASHIONED OATMEAL

Breakfast

Servings: 1 serving

Prep time: 2 minutes

Cook time: 7 minutes

Total time: 9 minutes

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup rolled oats

  • 1 cup milk or water (or half and half for extra creaminess)

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the milk or water to a gentle boil over medium heat.

  • Stir in the oats (I personally prefer the old fashioned oats) and salt. Reduce heat to low.

  • Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are soft and creamy. You can reduce time to 1-2 minutes if you like your oats less thick and creamy.

  • Remove from heat. Stir in honey or maple syrup and cinnamon if using.

  • Spoon into a bowl and add your favorite toppings (fresh fruit, nuts or seeds).

sliced fruit and kiwi on plate
sliced fruit and kiwi on plate

Nutritional Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: ~150

  • Carbohydrates: ~27 g

  • Fiber: ~4 g

  • Protein: ~5 g

  • Fat: ~3 g

  • Sugar: ~1 g (naturally occurring)

  • Sodium: ~0–5 mg

Key Nutrients:

  • Iron: ~10% DV

  • Magnesium: ~15% DV

  • Phosphorus: ~20% DV

  • Zinc: ~10% DV

  • B Vitamins: supports energy metabolism

Notes:

  • Using milk instead of water will increase calories, protein, calcium, and fat.

  • Adding fruit, nuts, seeds, or sweeteners will change the nutritional values.