Homemade Oatmeal - with pictures!

So I'll admit upfront that oatmeal just doesn't photograph well. But is delicious and healthy (except when you choose the mix-ins that I do!) and I'm convinced that seeing pictures will make you want to try it. :)

Start with steel-cut oats - look for them in a package like this, or find them in a bulk bin.

This is what steel-cut oats look like - not exactly what you're used to!

Mix 1 1/2 oz. oats and 3 oz. water in a small saucepan and simmer for about 20 minutes with a pinch of salt.

Pick your mix-ins. I, for one, like my breakfast to taste like dessert, apparently.

Oh, my.

Finished product.

Try it - you will NEVER go back to that packaged stuff again!

Homemade Oatmeal

3 oz. (1/2 c.) steel-cut oats (NOT ROLLED!)
12 oz. (1 1/2 c.) water
1-2 Tbsp. butter or cream
Pinch salt, or to taste
Toppings/Mix-ins (brown sugar, maple syrup, raisins, chopped apples, cinnamon sugar, sliced strawberries or peaches)

Mix oats and water. Bring to a simmer and simmer, covered, for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add butter and desired mix ins and enjoy!