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.