SLOW-COOKER STEEL-CUT OATS

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This is a practically effortless way to have a hot breakfast ready to go the moment you wake up. The trick to cooking perfect steel-cut oats in the slow cooker is to make use of the auto-warm setting, which switches on when the set cook time is over. (The majority of modern slow cookers have this function, though some older ones may not.) Cooking the oatmeal on low for two hours, then on warm for up to six more ensures very creamy, risotto-like oats that have a pleasant chew. (You can also cook the oats on low for 4 hours, then immediately serve, but if you venture any longer than that, the oats may overcook.) Think of this as a whole-grain meal that you can take in any sweet or savory direction you like: Top with a pat of butter and a squeeze of honey, or a sprinkle of salt and a bit of hot sauce, or any of the topping suggestions below.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     breakfast, grains and rice, main course

Time 8h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup steel-cut oats
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Toppings, optional (see Tip)

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the oats, salt and 4 cups water. Cover and set the cook time to 2 hours on low, at which point the slow cooker will automatically switch to warm. Cook on warm until the oatmeal is creamy and tender, about 6 more hours. (The 6 hours on warm is not optional; the oats will not be done after 2 hours on low. If you wish to cook them more quickly, you can cook for 4 to 5 hours total on low.) Ladle into bowls and serve with the toppings of your choice.

Akazhhr Akazhhr
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These oats were a great way to use up some leftover milk. They were creamy and flavorful, and the spices gave them a nice kick. I'll definitely be making these again.


Wajid Raisani
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The oats were cooked perfectly and the flavor was delicious. We'll definitely be making this again.


Mohd Tariq
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These oats were the perfect way to start my day. They were creamy, flavorful, and filling. I'll definitely be making these again.


Adeniyi Kolawole
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I'm not usually a fan of oatmeal, but this recipe changed my mind. The oats were creamy and flavorful, and the spices gave them a nice kick. I'll definitely be making these again.


Isaac Fields
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These oats were easy to make and tasted great! I loved the flavor of the spices. I'll definitely be making these again.


pandab guming
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The oats are always cooked perfectly and the flavor is delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker before I go to bed and wake up to a hot, delicious breakfas


BoTz Goku
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These oats were a great way to start my day! They were creamy and flavorful, and the addition of the spices really took them to the next level. I'll definitely be making these again.


Rashid Jan g Rashid Jan g
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I made this recipe for breakfast this morning and it was a hit! The oats were creamy and flavorful, and the spices were the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Aziz Md
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These oats were delicious! The slow cooker made them so easy to make, and the flavor was amazing. I'll definitely be making these again.


Zidan Ahmed
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I'm not a big fan of oatmeal, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The oats were creamy and flavorful, and the spices really made them taste amazing. I'll definitely be making these again.


oluchi onebunne
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These oats were a great way to start my day! They were creamy and flavorful, and the spices gave them a nice kick. I'll definitely be making these again.


Roshnan Haider ag-5757
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The oats were cooked perfectly and the flavor was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Modhu Karim
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I've tried a few different recipes for slow cooker steel-cut oats, but this one is by far the best. The oats are always creamy and flavorful, and the addition of the spices really takes them to the next level.


Shakirat Temitope
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This was my first time making steel-cut oats in the slow cooker and I was really happy with the results. The oats were cooked evenly and had a great texture. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.


Rana Dildar
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The oats were cooked perfectly and the combination of spices was delicious.


Aphelele Masikane
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These oats turned out so creamy and flavorful! I loved how easy they were to make in the slow cooker. I'll definitely be making them again.