Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1 cup low-fat milk or water
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Stovetop:Bring milk or water and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small saucepan.Stir in oats and reduce heat to medium. Cook for 1 minute.Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Enjoy!
- Microwave:Combine milk or water, oats, and a pinch of salt in a 2-cup microwavable bowl.Microwave on High for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Stir before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Healthy Tip: Top with a drizzle of honey, fruit and nuts or seeds. Get creative with a dollop of applesauce, or non-fat plain Greek yogurt swirled with a spoonful of low-sugar fruit jam.
*Nutrition Facts include low-fat milk.
Nutrition Facts
Cooking Oats: Quick Oats
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
248
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
12
mg
4
%
Sodium
144
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
39
g
13
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
13
g
26
%
Calcium
314
mg
31
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
497
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Cooking Oats: Old-Fashioned or Rolled Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned or rolled oats
- 1 cup low-fat milk or water
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Stovetop:Bring milk or water and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small saucepan.Stir in oats and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Enjoy!
- Microwave:Combine milk or water, oats, and a pinch of salt in a 2-cup microwavable bowl.Microwave on High for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Stir before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Healthy Tip: Top with a drizzle of honey, fruit and nuts or seeds. Get creative with a dollop of applesauce, or non-fat plain Greek yogurt swirled with a spoonful of low-sugar fruit jam.
*Nutrition Facts include low-fat milk.
Nutrition Facts
Cooking Oats: Old-Fashioned or Rolled Oats
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
253
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
12
mg
4
%
Sodium
145
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
39
g
13
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
13
g
26
%
Calcium
316
mg
32
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
501
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Cooking Oats: Steel-Cut or Irish Oats
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup steel-cut or Irish oats
- 1 cup low-fat milk or water
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Bring milk or water and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small saucepan.
- Stir in oats and reduce heat to low.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the oats are the desired texture, 20 to 30 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
Healthy Tip: Top with a drizzle of honey, fruit and nuts or seeds. Get creative with a dollop of applesauce, or non-fat plain Greek yogurt swirled with a spoonful of low-sugar fruit jam.
*Nutrition Facts include low-fat milk.
Nutrition Facts
Cooking Oats: Steel-Cut or Irish Oats
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
254
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
12
mg
4
%
Sodium
143
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
38
g
13
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
12
g
13
%
Protein
14
g
28
%
Calcium
315
mg
32
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
354
mg
10
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Cooking Oats: Overnight Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old-fasioned or rolled oats
- 1/2 cup low-fat milk or water
Instructions
- Combine oats and milk (or water) in a jar or bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Eat cold or heat up.
- Add toppings if desired. Makes about 2/3 cup.
Notes
Healthy Tips: Add half a mashed banana and a tablespoon of peanut butter to the oats and milk for some sweetness and protein. Top with a drizzle of honey, fruit and nuts or seeds for extra nutrients.
Get creative with a dollop of applesauce, or non-fat plain Greek yogurt swirled with a spoonful of low-sugar fruit jam.
*Nutrition Facts include low-fat milk.
Nutrition Facts
Cooking Oats: Overnight Oatmeal
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
203
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
6
mg
2
%
Sodium
54
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
33
g
11
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
9
g
18
%
Calcium
169
mg
17
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
324
mg
9
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.